Good practices in the management of reusable medical devices


Revision of the recommendations on sterilisation from 2017 (SHC 9256

The Superior Health Council has updated the good practices for the sterilisation of medical devices. This comprehensive advisory report describes the essential steps for the correct processing of medical devices and for maintaining their sterility up to the point of use. This revised version takes into account updated legislation and standards and focuses on the same quality of care for all patients, both in and out of the hospital (private practices, health centres, polyclinics).