346 devices · GMDN 66797
Surgical instrument washer/disinfectors are automated machines designed to clean and disinfect a variety of surgical tools and related items using a combination of heat and chemical solutions. They ensure high-level disinfection by immersing instruments in baskets or racks within a sealed chamber, making them essential for maintaining sterile environments in hospital reprocessing areas.
These devices are typically regulated as medical instruments, often requiring compliance with standards for reprocessing equipment to ensure safety and effectiveness. They are commonly supplied as standalone units, integrated into hospital workflows to handle bulk reprocessing of reusable surgical instruments before reuse in procedures.
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