Choosing the right sterilization product
Sterilization products should be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Characteristic
- Barrier effectiveness
- Penetrability
- Aeration
- Drapeability
- Sizing
- Puncture resistance
- Tear strength
- Transparency
Goal
- Prevents microbial penetration, maintain sterility of contents and prevent penetration of liquids
- Allows steam, sterilizing gases or plasmas to penetrate
- Allows aeration post-sterilization (i.e., allows ethylene oxide to dissipate)
- Conforms to equipment pack contours smoothly and closely
- Offers sizes to accommodate items of any shape and size
- Resists punctures by sharp instruments or other contents
- Resists tears
- Allows verification of contents before opening
Characteristic
Goal
Barrier effectiveness
Prevents microbial penetration, maintain sterility of contents and prevent penetration of liquids
Penetrability
Allows steam, sterilizing gases or plasmas to penetrate
Aeration
Allows aeration post-sterilization (i.e., allows ethylene oxide to dissipate)
Drapeability
Conforms to equipment pack contours smoothly and closely
Sizing
Offers sizes to accommodate items of any shape and size
Puncture resistance
Resists punctures by sharp instruments or other contents
Tear strength
Resists tears
Transparency
Allows verification of contents before opening
Important: Sterilization pouches, wrap and reels are intended for single use only and should be inspected prior to use.
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