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Today's SPD Guide to Washing and Decontamination Medical Equipment

Sterilization of medical devices started with the goal of reducing infections. Surgeons were often responsible for the cleaning and sterilization of their own surgical instruments and instruments were sterilized in the Operating Theater. In 1928, the American College of Surgeons realized that this was not the safest... Read More

The Complete Guide to a Polypectomy

Polypectomy procedures are used to remove a polyp, which is an abnormal growth of tissue. These procedures are commonly conducted in the colon. In this article, learn more about the different types of polypectomy procedures, techniques, and tools used to remove polyps... Read More

The Complete Guide to Patient Positioning

Patient positioning is vital to a safe and effective surgical procedure. Proper patient positioning depends on the type and length of procedure, anesthesia access to the patient, devices required and other factors. Safely positioning the patient is a team effort. All members of the surgical team play a significant role in the process and

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Benefits of Instrument Tracking Software

Instrument tracking software has evolved over time, from early basic applications letting Technicians identify the sterile status of a set and its location, to the newer, more sophisticated programs that help Sterile Processing Department (SPD) professionals manage different aspects of their instrument processing workflow. With increased caseloads... Read More

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Today's SPD Guide to Washing and Decontamination Medical Equipment

The Complete Guide to a Polypectomy

The Complete Guide to Patient Positioning

Benefits of Instrument Tracking Software

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