Lumened instruments must be thoroughly cleaned and rinsed after each surgical procedure. The Q-Rinse system from Altomed is designed to provide an efficient, consistent and validated prewash rinse protocol for lumened instruments. The system has been developed to be used post-operatively, to provide a validated alternative to typical rinsing practices.
The one-press auto cycle is said to ensure that all instruments are exposed to identical rinsing and drying cycles. Pressurised water, followed by air is delivered into instruments such as phaco handpieces and I/A handles, as well as tubing and infusion sleeves. In contrast with manual rinsing using a syringe, the system provides consistent rinsing power regardless of the operator. With an automated, timed cycle, users know the requisite amount of fluid and air is being delivered to the connected instrument or tubing.
It provides consistent rinsing pressure, eliminates hand fatigue caused by repetitive manual syringe use and frees up staff to perform other tasks, improving speed and efficiency of reprocessing. It can also be used on I/A handles, cannulas, tubing, and other lumened instruments.
The Q-Rinse system has been installed in hundreds of UK operating theatres.
