Sanitization and disinfection of hospital patient care equipment
When it comes to the sanitation and disinfection of medical equipment, it is essential for medical staff in hospitals and clinics to adopt appropriate precautionary measures. This is because simple cleaning will not be sufficient to eliminate all potentially dangerous microorganisms, especially regarding medical accessories and equipment. In addition to cleaning, it is important...
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The effectiveness of disinfectant wipes for surface sanitization in hospitals
“Ready-to-use” disinfectant wipes (also known as pre-impregnated disinfectant wipes) are widely used in the food industry and in household settings. Their use in hospitals and patient care facilities for the decontamination of medical devices and surfaces is constantly increasing due to their extreme practicality. The effectiveness of disinfectant wipes can vary depending on several...
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Cleaning and disinfection of patient care equipment as an infection prevention strategy
One of the critical factors in preventing the transmission of infections in healthcare facilities is the proper disinfection of medical equipment. Using equipment that is not sufficiently cleaned and disinfected between uses can pose a major risk to patients. When equipment is shared between multiple patients without being adequately sanitized, there is a possibility...
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Disinfection of surfaces and instruments in neonatal units
Birth asphyxia, characterized by the newborn's inability to breathe immediately after birth, is one of the critical consequences of adverse intrapartum events. This tragic phenomenon is associated with a significant number of neonatal deaths, with over 662,000 cases recorded annually worldwide, a figure that accounts for nearly a quarter of all neonatal deaths in...
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Cleaning and disinfecting hospital surfaces according to the level of infectious risk
Disinfecting surfaces in hospitals and other medical units is an essential practice for maintaining a clean and safe environment. This operation involves the use of specific procedures and substances to eliminate or reduce to a safe level the presence of pathogenic microorganisms on various surfaces, such as work tables, beds, door handles, and other...
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Best practices for cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting surfaces
Given the current pandemic context, companies and individuals have more responsibilities when it comes to cleaning and disinfection. Like other viruses, SARS-CoV-2 is a virus with a lipid outer envelope, which makes it more vulnerable to disinfectants compared to viruses without an outer envelope. Public health organizations frequently provide recommendations to private institutions and...
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Best practices for the disinfection and cleaning of medical equipment
One of the most effective methods of preventing the spread of viruses, including SARS-CoV-2, consists of applying good hygiene and surface decontamination practices. Cleaning is a preliminary, mandatory, and permanent step in every activity or procedure for removing dirt (organic and inorganic matter) from various surfaces. Cleaning: is carried out through mechanical or manual...
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