It is accepted universally that the validity of the sterilization process is conditioned on the events to which the medical use product is exposed. For this reason, it is important to have a reliable control of the product in the SP and in the sectors where it is used.
Expiration of sterilized articles (shelf life) Shelf life is the maximum time that a sterile package can be stored. The AORN and the AAMI established that the shelf life of a sterile material is related to the events that it experiences. In 1993, AAMI established:
Shelf life: “The shelf life of a sterile material will depend on the events, the quality of the packaging, the storage conditions, the transport conditions, and the number of times handled.”
Expiration date: “The items that should be used when sterile should be labeled with a lot number, a control date for rotation of stock, and the following message: ‘This product is not sterile if the package is opened, damaged or moist. Please review before using.’” Furthermore, different studies have demonstrated that correctly packaged materials can remain sterile indefinitely. Regarding storage, we should also take into account that closed shelves are for storing articles or packages that have low rotation and that open shelves are for articles or packages with high turnover.
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Sterilization manual for health centers
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Requirements for Storage of Sterile Materials
Methods for controlling the sterilization process
