Endoscope reprocessing and sterilization system

Details Endoscope reprocessing and sterilization system Endoscope reprocessing and sterilization system

1999-09-30

2000-05-30

McKane, Elizabeth H

Chemical apparatus and process disinfecting, deodorizing, preser

Process disinfecting, preserving, deodorizing, or sterilizing

Using disinfecting or sterilizing substance

422292, 422300, 134170, 134 26, 134 2212, 134 953, A61L 200

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060688157

ABSTRACT:
A system for reprocessing and sterilizing a previously used endoscope having at least one lumen is disclosed. The reprocessing system includes a reaction chamber into which individual chemical components of a sterilant are transferred by pneumatic force. The system includes a central processor which controls the asynchronous reprocessing and sterilization of at least two endoscopes. A novel sterilant is also disclosed. Also disclosed is a combination of the sterilization device and the sterilant and methods of using the same.

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