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AAMI To Address Reprocessing Concerns In “Technical Reports” Due In 2013

Reports are being developed with input from FDA and will cover endoscope reprocessing, standardized cleaning instructions and human factors for device reprocessing.

The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation is working with FDA to develop three technical information reports addressing concerns relating to reprocessing of reusable medical devices. The reports are slated for release in 2013, AAMI says.

The AAMI reports will cover endoscope reprocessing, standardized cleaning instructions for use and human factors for device reprocessing, the association says. FDA says it is working with AAMI in developing...

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