January 17, 2024- In healthcare, the prevention of Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) is a high priority. These infections, often stemming from contaminated instruments or improper sterilization practices, pose a significant risk to patient safety and can lead to extended hospital stays, increased medical costs, and even loss of life.
At the heart of this fight against HAIs lies the Sterile Processing Department (SPD), a specialized unit in medical facilities responsible for the decontamination, inspection, sterilization, and assembly of surgical instruments and medical devices, according to CME Corp.
Designing and equipping an assembly sterilization room requires a thorough understanding of the unique needs of the SPD. From advanced sterilization equipment to ergonomic workstation layouts, every detail must support the meticulous workflows essential to maintaining sterility.
Essential medical equipment for assembly sterilization rooms include washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, sterilizers, sterile processing workstations, drying cabinets, and more.
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