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Chapter 4 – Sterilizing
WARNING
Using sterilization containers that are not suitable leads to insufficient stem penetration and the
sterilization may not be successful. The drainage of condensate may also be hindered.
Poor drying results are the consequence. This can ultimately lead to non-sterile
instruments and thus endanger the health of patients and the clinical team.
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WARNING
If the sterilization containers are stacked incorrectly, the dripping condensate cannot drain to the
floor of the chamber. It can saturate the items below.
Poor drying results are the consequence. Non-sterile instruments may result and these
can endanger the health of patients and the clinical team.
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Soft sterilization wrapping
Soft sterilization packages can be sterilized both in sterilization containers and on trays. Pay attention to
the following when using soft sterilization packages such as MELAfol:
 Arrange the soft sterilization packages vertically and close together.
 Do not lay several soft sterilization packages flat on top of one another on a tray or in a container.
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If a sealed seam tears during sterilization, the packaging may have been too small. If this is not the
case, rewrap the instruments and sterilize them again.
 If a sealed seam tears during sterilization, use a longer sealing time on the sealer or use a double
seam.
Multiple wrapping
Because the autoclave uses the fractionated pre-vacuum process, multiple wrapping can be used.
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Closed sterilization containers must have at least one point—preferably on the bottom—with
perforations or vents.
When stacking the containers ensure that the sterilization containers do not cover the
perforation.