Tonometer prism sterilisation guidelines fha #181#

The authors concluded that there is little evidence regarding this subject and no evidence to support one method of disinfection over another. The authors suggest that, "there are no known examples of pathogens other than adenovirus being transmitted via the Goldmann tonometer prism." More research is necessary to confirm these findings.

Disinfection of Goldmann tonometer prisms - current practice 24. Juni 2011 HS-Prasentation 10 Since mid of 2010 the HAAG-STREIT Measuring Prisms are delivered in a box containing the instructions for use with general information, a table of disinfectants and a process sheet on how to disinfect the prism. Cleaning and Disinfection of Reusable Instruments that Contact the Surface of the Eye . Purpose . These guidelines address the disinfection of ophthalmic instruments that contact the corneal surface. Such devices include: Goldmann tonometer tips, pachymeters, as well as a wide variety of diagnostic Disposable sterile tonometer tips (TONOJET L900, Luneau, France) made from clear acrylic plastic but with the same tip diameter as the standard Goldmann tonometer prism were used. Goldmann applanating prisms, prism end down are placed through the hole and kept soaked for 5-10 minutes. The part of the tonometer tip outside allows easy removal. The tip is irrigated with saline, dried and put on the tonometer. After use the tip is returned to the petri dish and a second disinfected tip is placed on the tonometer. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Applanation Tonometer AT 900® D tibility list is enclosed with every tonometer and every measuring prism. It - sterilisation with steam or ethylene oxide - immersion in fluid for longer than one hour The Tonometer Tips Cleaning Kit is used for reprocessing contact tonometer tips between examinations. Each kit contains: 1 Tono-Tray, 1 bottle of Opti-Cide?® Solution, 2 boxes of Sterile Saline Wipes and 1 sleeve of 2" x 2" gauze sponges. S12-18 Tonometer Measuring Prism - Safe, Accurate and Environm