
Sterilization
NanoScope Manual
DFU-0298-1, Revision 0
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6.0 Sterilization
All Arthrex NanoScope Handpiece Kit disposable devices are supplied sterile. All
components except the stopcock are sterilized by ethylene oxide. The stopcock is
initially gamma radiation sterilized. User sterilization is not necessary.
Refer to the Directions for Use package insert for the NanoScope
disposable Handpiece (DFU-0266-XX) included with each device.
Additional copies of this insert can be obtained from the Arthrex
website at www.arthrex.com, or by contacting your local Arthrex
Representative.
6.1
Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy Agents
It is outside the scope of this document to describe in detail the precautions that
should be taken for Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE) Agents.
The agents for transmission of Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease are believed to be resistant
to normal processes of disinfection and sterilization. Therefore, the normal
processing methods of decontamination and sterilization as described above may
not be appropriate where CJD transmission is a risk.
In general, the tissues that come into contact with orthopedic surgical instruments
are those of low TSE infectivity. However, take precautions when handling
instruments that have been used on known, suspected, or at risk patients.
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