Sterilization - smith&nephew RT-PLUS Surgical Technique

Sterilization

Implants
All the implants described in this Surgical Technique are sterile when they are delivered by
the manufacturer. Resterilization is not allowed.
Instruments
System components and instruments are not sterile when they are delivered. Before use
they must be cleaned by the usual methods in accordance with internal hospital regulations
and sterilized in an autoclave in accordance with the legal regulations and guidelines appli-
cable in the relevant country. (For detailed information please refer to leafl et Lit. No. 1363.)
The correct settings are given in the instructions for use issued by the autoclave manu-
facturer. Instrument manufacturers and dealers accept no responsibility for sterilization of
products by the customer.
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