Surgical Instruments
Over 60% of correctly-processed surgical instruments exhibit residual protein soiling.¹
BIOBURDEN ON SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS
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Bioburden refers to the population of viable micro-organisms contaminating an object, although it is also often used to describe residual organic material (protein etc.) on surgical instruments.⁵
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Inorganic and organic materials interfere with the efectiveness (i.e. antimicrobial activity) of disinfectants and sterilization.²
BIOBURDEN & BIOFILMS IN BRIEF
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Biofilm is an aggravating factor in bioburden removal strategies as 99% of bacteria exist in the form of a biofilm.⁶
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Biofilms form a protective barrier around infectious micro-organisms and often form on medical devices.
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Biofilms and bioburden, including protein soiling, must be eliminated to ensure disinfection and sterilization.
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Biofilms enhance survival of exposure to antimicrobials due to structural and functional properties of biofilm matrix.
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Bacteria are up to 1000x more tolerant to biocides when in a biofilm. ⁷
OneLife's solutions to achieve biofilmlysis :
Detect
No control without detection
Detect Kit
Control starts with detection. OneLife's DETECT kit includes DETECT Colorant, Indicator and Neutralizer.
Prevent
Routine prevention
EnziMed® Pre-Cleaner, EnziMed® Prevent and EnziMed® Instrument Washer
Active against biofim matrix of multiple pathogens. Regular use impedes build-up of biofilm and incrusted soil. Helps avoid costly maintenance and repairs.
Curative
Curative treatment
EnziQure®
The most efficient detergent in breaking down biofilm matrices of multiple pathogens. Less expensive for contaminated scopes than repairs.
OUR APPROACH IN SHORT :
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Detection of contamination.
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Biofilm matrix is dissolved with patented multi-enzymatic compounds, freeing instruments and endoscopes from contaminants.
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Prepares instruments for effective sterilization.
