Sterilizable roll-up tray case
US5258166A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 30, 1991 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 30, 2011 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25H3/023
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The device of the present invention is a roll up mat-like structure which may be used to retain sterile and/or contaminated tools, dental and medical instruments, probes and the like. The device is adapted to protect the tools from contamination by coming in contact with persons, inadvertently, and to minimize the risk of the transmission of infectious disease by allowing contaminated tools to come into contact with persons. The device also minimizes the risk of cross-contamination of tools. Finally, the device in accordance with the present invention is of a size and shape which will allow it to be conveniently utilized with conventional cleaning apparatus thus reducing the amount of manipulation contaminated tools require.
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