ANSI/RESNA WC-1:2019—Wheelchairs and Scooters
An estimated 5.5 million Americans use a wheelchair, as do 65 million people worldwide. Wheelchairs are thereby commonly used assistive devices that help people with…
Responding to Pharmaceutical Contamination: Prevention, Identification, and Remediation
The pharmaceutical manufacturing process is highly intricate, involving numerous steps and protocols to ensure the production of safe and effective medications. However, despite stringent measures,…
IEC 60601-2-57 Ed. 2.0 b:2023— Medical Electrical Equipment
Patients in hospitals can be exposed to electromagnetic fields and optical radiation. This exposure may be associated with risks and hazards. IEC 60601-2-57 Ed. 2.0…
ISO 11193-2:2006— Poly(Vinyl Chloride) Gloves
Known for its cost-effectiveness, durability, flexibility, and adaptability, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a cornerstone material in industries worldwide. ISO 11193-2:2006— Single-Use Medical Examination Gloves –…
AAMI 80001-GS:2011— Getting Started With IEC 80001
Medical errors occur far too frequently: over 7 million American patients are impacted by medical errors each year; there are 7,000 to 9,000 Americans who…
ANSI/ADA 128-2022: Hydrocolloid Impression Materials
Hydrocolloids were the first elastic impression materials available to dentists. When mixed, they form a viscous liquid that can be seated over oral structures. The liquid…
AAMI TIR16:2023—Ethylene Oxide Sterilization
Ethylene oxide (EO or EtO) gas is one of the most common ways to sterilize medical devices, as approximately 50% of sterile medical devices are treated…
ISO 9842:2003— Oil Of Rose
Rosa Damascena is the most widely used rose variety in perfumery. Classified in the rose family, Rosa Damascena rose essential oil is one of the best-known…
ISO 10555-1:2023— Intravascular Catheters
Intravascular catheters are an indispensable tool in modern-day medical practice, both for patients with acute injuries and for those with chronic illnesses. Approximately 90% of patients…