01.15.2019 • Industry News
What’s the big deal about biofilm?
Biofilm has become a buzzword in the sterile processing community and it is safe to say we all may have some questions about it: What exactly is biofilm? Why should we care? And most importantly, what can we do in sterile processing to stop it?
Let’s dive into these important questions and get some real answers.
1. What exactly is biofilm?
2. Why should we care?
3. What can we do in sterile processing to stop biofilm formation?
Here are some specific steps that you can take to ensure you are beating biofilm in your department:
TECH Talk Tip: This is the perfect opportunity to partner with your colleagues in the OR to emphasize the importance of point-of-use cleaning to prevent biofilm formation.