Apparatus and method for real-time monitoring and control of anti-microbial processing
US6156267A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 27, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2/28
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides a system and method for real-time monitoring and control of anti-microbial cycle parameters within a load-simulation device 6. The system and method simulate the same conditions as those within an acceptable standard challenge load to be sterilized. Integration of the system into a control system 17 allows critical anti-microbial parameter levels to be achieved and maintained within the simulated load throughout a cycle, thus resulting in a significant reduction in the number of unsuccessful cycles. A redundant parameter-monitoring system 100 within the system is included. When acceptable parameter levels are shown to have been met, the processed load is automatically released for use immediately upon completion of the cycle, thus eliminating the need for biological indicators and chemical integrators.
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