Optics: measuring and testing – Refraction testing – Prism engaging specimen
Reexamination Certificate
2006-06-13
2006-06-13
Pham, Hoa Q. (Department: 2877)
Optics: measuring and testing
Refraction testing
Prism engaging specimen
C356S137000, C356S436000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07061597
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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Henderson Mary Beth B.
Martin Bruce D.
Marxer John E.
Oberleitner Raymond Paul
Onstad Bradley K.
Minntech Corporation
Nixon & Vanderhye PC
Pham Hoa Q.
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