Analysis of bacterial contamination and the effectiveness of UV light-based reprocessing of everyday medical devices.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The reprocessing of daily used medical devices is often inadequate, making them a potential source of infection. In addition, there are usually no consistent and technically standardized procedures available for this purpose. Hence, the aim of this study is to analyze the bacterial contamination and the effectiveness of Ultraviolet light-based (UV light-based) reprocessing of daily used medical devices.

Material and methods

Six different everyday medical devices (20 each; stethoscopes, tourniquets, bandage scissors, reflex hammers, tuning forks, and nystagmus glasses) were tested for bacterial contamination. All medical devices were then exposed to UV-C light for 25 seconds. Medical devices with a smooth surface were pre-cleaned with a water-based wipe. Contact sa

SUBMITTER: Rudhart SA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9645592 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature