Incision

OCTOBER 3, 2023

A Partnership for Patient Care The Operating Room (OR) and the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) are two pillars that hold up the complex structure of frontline surgical care. The symbiotic relationship between the OR and the SPD is critical both for patient safety and staff well-being.

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Jalal Surgical

APRIL 11, 2023

Why Sterilization is essential for surgical instruments Sterilization is crucial for surgical instruments because it helps to prevent the spread of infections and diseases between patients. Several Sterilization methods include autoclaving, ethylene oxide gas sterilization, and radiation sterilization.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Overall, the Lamina Spreader Spine contributes to the success of spinal surgeries by enhancing the surgeon’s ability to perform intricate procedures while prioritizing patient safety and well-being. Cloward Lamina Retractor Cloward Lamina Retractors are specialized instruments designed for use in the field of spinal surgery.

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OpFlow

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Many of those articles, as well as other editorials, have described the implications of the problem, not the least of which are the financial, but also effects on personnel, processing quality and patient safety. Utilize actual instrument usage data collected at the point-of-care (i.e.,

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OR Manager

AUGUST 28, 2024

For many in the healthcare industry, imagining surgery without onsite sterile processing seems unthinkable. Then again, performing total joints in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) was unthinkable 10 years More » The post Offsite sterilization fuels onsite efficiency for lean ASCs appeared first on OR Manager.

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Incision

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Welcome back to our series on the inner workings of the Sterile Processing Department (SPD). In our previous article, "Sterile Processing and the Operating Room: Why Patient Safety Can't Be Rushed", we emphasized the importance of embracing the 4.5-hour Sterilization is the standard to ensure a patient’s safety.

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OR Manager

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sterile Processing Department (SPD) managers and technicians know a thing or two about pressure. In a recent webinar covering sterile processing basics, Cori L. Ofstead, MSPH, president and CEO of Ofstead More » The post Why OR leaders should revisit sterile processing basics appeared first on OR Manager.

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Trocar Supplies

AUGUST 21, 2023

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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SpecialtyCare

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The sterile processing department (SPD) and the OR work hand in hand, but communication between the two can be disjointed and incomplete, resulting in unnecessary waste and preventable errors. OR Manager recommends a committee specifically to handle challenges such as when to use immediate-use steam sterilization. #4

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Assisting Surgical Teams: Providing direct support to surgeons and operating room staff by ensuring that all necessary instruments and equipment are available and functioning correctly. Ensuring Sterility and Safety: Upholding strict sterilization protocols to prevent infections and maintain a safe surgical environment.

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SpecialtyCare

NOVEMBER 23, 2024

SpecialtyCare’s approach includes: Rigorous Training Programs : SFAs employed by SpecialtyCare undergo extensive training that covers everything from aseptic techniques and surgical instrumentation to patient safety protocols. Their expertise reduces the risk of infections and complications.

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Endovision

JUNE 27, 2019

It’s crucial for hospitals and clinics to clean and sterilise their surgical instruments in accordance with standards observed by Australia’s NSW Health. Dispose of Single-Use Items Any instrument that penetrates the skin and which cannot be adequately sterilized must not be re-used.

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SpecialtyCare

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Intraoperative Neuromonitoring Technologist : In this role, you’ll assist in monitoring and maintaining the nervous system’s integrity during surgical procedures, reducing the risk of damage to critical neural structures. This field is ideal for individuals interested in maintaining healthcare standards and supporting surgical teams.

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Trocar Supplies

MARCH 6, 2023

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. Single-use surgical tools don't have to be cleaned and sterilized after they are used. Each instrument is sterile and ready for use.

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Elmed

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Improper or inadequate decontamination, cleaning and sterilization of surgical instruments continues to be a major source of patient harm that is preventable through proper practice and adherence to manufacturers’ instructions for use (IFUs). The problem of contaminated instruments being returned to the O.R. 1 and Sept.

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Elmed

JANUARY 11, 2022

Over the past year there has been a lot of increased emphasis and attention placed on pre-cleaning surgical instruments at the point of use prior to transport to sterile reprocessing. This new, increased emphasis on pre-cleaning is important to you, your facility and most importantly, to your patients and their safety.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Anesthesia: Surgical circumcision is typically performed under local or general anesthesia to minimize pain and discomfort during the procedure. Sterile Environment: The surgery is conducted in a sterile environment to reduce the risk of infections.

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Incision

OCTOBER 23, 2023

These are words no Sterile Processing Manager wants to hear. These are two of the strongest and most ruthless enemies facing the Sterile Processing Professional. Patient safety is at stake. Surgical instruments should be cleaned as soon as possible after use to reduce the window of opportunity for biofilm to form.

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Jalal Surgical

DECEMBER 17, 2022

4 This reusable flat handle is designed to be used with surgical blades of various sizes and shapes. The safety handle has a protective sheath and is intended to be used with a normal blade to reduce the risk to the surgeon and assistant when passing instruments. Follow the manufacturer’s guidelines for times to sterilize.

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BFW Inc.

JUNE 17, 2021

COVID-19 puts additional strain on hospital resources, due to the increased focus on sterilization and overcapacity of ICUs – improving hospital efficiency is a critical focus in response to these issues. In particular, better management of sterile instruments produces significant cost savings for hospitals.

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BFW Inc.

OCTOBER 7, 2021

With the ability to view the surgical site and follow the procedure in real-time, OR team members can strengthen care coordination by anticipating the needs of the surgeon, as well as the timing of their next task. It is important for the staff to see what the surgeon sees during surgical procedures.”

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Elmed

MARCH 10, 2021

On May 10, 2018 Porter Adventist Hospital in Denver, Colorado had to cancel all surgeries for a week due to contaminated surgical instruments being found in the O.R. This was not a unique situation, but rather another case in a long line of reported cases of contaminated instruments being returned to the O.R. after reprocessing.

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