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High-level disinfection
High-level Disinfection destroys vegetative bacteria; lipid &
non-lipid viruses, fungi and, depending highly on time of
contact, is effective on bacterial spores. This is required for
endocavity (TV,TR,TE) probes after contact with mucosal
membrane.
High-level disinfection procedure
Follow the manu-
facturer's instruc-
tions for storage,
use and disposal of
the disinfection so-
lution.
1. Prepare the germicide solution according to the
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Place the cleaned dried probe in contact with the germicide
for the time duration specified by the manufacturer.
3. Rinse the part of the probe which was in contact with the
germicide according to the germicide manufacturer's
instructions.
4. Wipe dry with a soft towel or air dry the probe.
WARNING
Use only germicides that are listed in the Probe Care Card
enclosed with the probe. In addition, refer to the local / national
regulations.
Do not steam autoclave or subject the probe to Ethylene Oxide
(ETO).
WARNING
Do not immerse the probe in liquid beyond the level specified for
that probe (see Figure 10-4).
Never immerse the probe connector or probe adapters in liquid.
The probe should not be exposed to the germicide longer than
specified to achieve the desired effect.
DO NOT soak or saturate probes with solutions containing
alcohol, bleach, ammonium chloride compounds. In addition TE
probes must not be immersed in solutions containing hydrogen
peroxide.
WARNING
CREUTZFELD-JACOB DISEASE
Neurological use on patients with this disease must be avoided.
If a probe becomes contaminated, there is no adequate
disinfecting means.