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1) ESGE-ESGENA guideline for quality assurance in reprocessing: Microbiological surveillance testing in endoscopy, from Beilenhoff et al from ENDOSCOPY 2007, 39:175-181 - online reading

   
  2) ESGE/ESGENA guideline for process validation and routine testing for reprocessing endoscopes in washer-disinfectors, according to the European Standard prEN ISO 15883 parts 1, 4 and 5; from Beilenhoff et al from ENDOSCOPY 2007, 39: 85-94 - online reading
 
 
 
 

3) Corrosion resistance of non-rusting (stainless) steels used in surgical instruments with matte or mirror-finished surfaces

 

4) Surface changes in surgical instruments

 

All examples are based on the following structure: Type of surface change / Origin & causes / Treatment recommendations / Preventive measures / Risk assessment.

 
Metal / Corrosion
> Pitting corrosion
> Fretting corrosion
> Stress corrosion cracking
> Surface corrosion
> Contact corrosion
> Extraneous and film rust
> Crevice corrosion
Metal / Deposits & Stains
> Organic residues
> Water spots (spotting)
> Silicate
> Black discoloration
Plastic / Rubber
> Aging
> Swelling
> Stress cracks