To perform cleaning validations according to ANSI/AAMI ST98:2022, the intended use and clinical conditions of medical devices need to be assessed to define the worst-case soiling procedures used in the validation. However, determining worst-case soiling that is clinically relevant yet does not overchallenge the cleaning process can seem like walking a tightrope. In this Reprocessing Rethought webinar the presenters provide pointers on how to strike this challenging balance.
Key learning points:
- Understanding clinically relevant worst-case soiling
- Selecting worst-case soiling procedures
- Knowing how to avoid excessive soiling that is not clinically relevant