Decontamination, Disinfection and Sterilization

Bacterial Contamination of Ultrasound Probes from Common Drying Methods

  • Posted: December 23, 2024
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A standard bacteriological analysis was conducted to determine the inherent bioburden on three materials that are commonly used to dry ultrasound probes: cotton cloth, polyester fabric, and paper towels. The results of this analysis showed that all three materials were contaminated with bacteria.

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