The advantages of contract sterilization.
The concept of utilizing contract sterilization of medical devices. The advantages and disadvantages of utilizing contractors for the sterilization of disposable medical devices are presented, including the use of cobalt-60 gamma, electron beam, and ethylene oxide. A general update on the scope, activities, and capabilities of the contract sterilizer is included.
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ISOMEDIX Inc., Whippany, NJ 07861, USA.
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