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A Comparison of Surgical Tool Materials

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Today's high-quality surgical tools are available in such a tremendous variety of surgical tool materials that it can be hard to decide which material is best for everyday use. State of the art surgical instrument materials include surgical grade stainless steel, resin, titanium, tungsten, and carbon steel.

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Single-Use vs Reusable Medical Devices

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Single-use supplies are used one time, for one procedure, for one patient. They are not designed to be sterilized and used again. Pros & Cons of Single-Use Supplies Disposable, single-use surgical equipment has several advantages over reusable ones. Each instrument is sterile and ready for use. Lower labor costs.

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Elevating Surgical Services: How SpecialtyCare Enhances Hospital Performance

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Table of Contents SpecialtyCare’s Comprehensive Approach to Surgical Services 1. Sterile Processing Consulting 4. Surgical Assistants and Staffing Support 5. SpecialtyCare’s neurophysiologists and technicians are highly skilled in providing IONM services, offering real-time feedback to surgeons throughout the procedure.

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Preventing Cross-Contamination through Disinfecting & Cleaning Surgical Instruments

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The importance of preventing cross-contamination through disinfecting and cleaning surgical instruments made headlines in 2019. Between October 15, 2018 and March 31, 2019 the FDA received 159 device reports of infected duodenoscopes, snake-like cameras with a lighted end, used in procedures involving the pancreas and bile ducts.

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How to Use an Autoclave Safely

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Used by various professionals, autoclaves play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of both patients and practitioners. When it comes to surgical procedures, dental treatments, laboratory experiments, hormone pellet therapy, or the artistry of tattoos, cleanliness, and sterility are of paramount importance.

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10 of Specialtycare’s best Ancillary Care Services and Why They Work

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Sterile Processing Solutions Why It Works: 3. Surgical Assist Services Why It Works: 6. With state-of-the-art equipment and robust training programs, our IONM services deliver unmatched reliability and precision, giving surgeons the confidence to perform complex procedures. Table of Contents 1. ECMO Services Why It Works: 7.

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ANESTHESIA IN OUTER SPACE 

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Scientists have developed a system named IVGEN (Intravenous Fluid Generation) to prepare sterile IV normal saline from space station drinking water. Studies on Earth show that an average of 20 procedures are required to reach a learning curve plateau. Succinylcholine will not be used because of its ability to cause hyperkalemia.