- These pouches are self-sealing and designed to contain medical and dental instruments during the sterilization process
Uses
- Instrument sterilization:
- Holding instruments during steam (autoclave) or Ethylene Oxide (ETO) sterilization cycles to ensure they become and remain sterile
- Aseptic storage:
- Maintaining the sterility of instruments until they are needed for a procedure, due to the secure seal and sterile barrier properties of the packaging
- Organization:
- Keeping instruments organized in trays, cabinets, or storage areas after sterilization
Features
- Self-sealing:
- Includes an adhesive strip or perforated tab for easy and secure sealing without the need for a separate heat sealer
- Dual indicators:
- Features color-changing indicators that verify the sterilization process has been successfully completed for both steam and ETO methods
- Medical-grade paper and film:
- Constructed with robust, tear-resistant medical-grade paper and a transparent blue-tinted film for durability and visibility
- Thumb notch:
- Includes a thumb notch to facilitate easy, aseptic opening when the instruments are needed for use
- Triple heat-sealed seams:
- Designed with extra-wide chevron seals to minimize the risk of tearing or contamination during handling
- Dimensions:
- Measures 3.5 inches by 10 inches
- Latex-free:
- Not made with natural rubber latex
Benefits
- Infection control:
- Provides a reliable barrier that ensures instruments remain sterile until the point of use, enhancing patient safety
- Efficiency:
- The self-sealing and easy-open features streamline the packaging, sterilization, and preparation processes in a clinical setting
- Clarity and verification:
- The transparent film allows for easy identification of contents, while the clear indicators offer visual confirmation of sterility, removing guesswork
- Reliability:
- The durable materials and strong seals minimize the risk of punctures or contamination, protecting valuable instruments and patient health
Contents:
- (200) 3-1/2" x 10" Sterilization Pouches per box
- 20 Boxes per case