Sterile Processing Department Solutions CLEANING POWER IN YOUR HANDS INSTRUMENT CLEANING BRUSHES One Integrated Approach to Healthcare.
Hold the cleaning power in your hands Harness the cleaning power of a focused technician using the right tool to get the job done. Instrument deliver powerful manual cleaning results for surgical instruments. Burr Style Inhibit growth of bacteria, mold and yeast on the surface of the bristles through nylon bristles that are embedded with a preservative antimicrobial agent Channel Style Efficient cleaning with the right brush for your device Toothbrush Style Safe for technicians with allergies not made with natural rubber latex General Cleaning 2
Burr Style Features a sturdy plastic handle with stainless steel wire bristles Use examples: Orthopedic devices such as burrs, rasps and files Why are burr brushes more durable than toothbrush/ general brushes? The stainless steel bristles are higher grade and the plastic handles are extremely resistant to breaking. 3
Burr Style 3 Pack 60 Count Case 1B033B3 1B0337H Product Description 3 Row Stainless Steel 6.5" What is the difference between a stainless steel burr brush and a stainless steel toothbrush? The difference is the handle burr brushes are built to withstand a high amount of force during cleaning. The plastic used in a burr brush is extremely resistant to breaking under pressure. 4
Channel Style Features flexible, twisted stainless steel handles with nylon bristles When decontaminating devices with lumens, personnel should soak and flush the lumen according to the manufacturer s written IFU...brush the lumen with a brush that is the correct size (diameter and length) and bristle type and material for the lumen, then rinse it. Use examples: Instruments with a lumen or a channel Source: ANSI/AAMI ST79; 2017, section 7.6.2 5
Channel Style 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B17B3 1B039B3 1B062B3 1B18B3 1B070B3 1B10B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B177H 1B0397H 1B0627H 1B187H 1B0707H 1B107H 7" 18" 18" 8" 18" 9" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 1 mm 1 mm 1.58 mm 1.6 mm 1.78 mm 2 mm 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B19B3 1B087B3 1B11B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B197H 1B0877H 1B117H 12" 18" 9" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 2 mm 2.2 mm 2.3 mm 6
Channel Style 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B28B3 1B12B3 1B105B3 1B118B3 1B13B3 1B20B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B287H 1B127H 1B1057H 1B1187H 1B137H 1B207H 24" 9" 18" 8" 9" 12" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 2.5 mm 2.6 mm 2.67 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B125B3 1B14B3 1B15B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B1257H 1B147H 1B157H 18" 9" 9" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 3.18 mm 3.3 mm 3.6 mm 7
Channel Style 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B158B3 1B16B3 1B21B3 1B22B3 1B24B3 1B197B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B1587H 1B167H 1B217H 1B227H 1B247H 1B1977H 8" 9" 12" 12" 16" 18" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 4 mm 4 mm 4 mm 5 mm 5 mm 5 mm 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B29B3 1B23B3 1B623B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B297H 1B237H 1B6237H 24" 12" 16" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 5 mm 6 mm 6 mm 8
Channel Style 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B236B3 1BB25B3 1B25B3 1B30B3 1B312B3 1B26B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B2367H 1BB257H 1B257H 1B307H 1B3127H 1B267H 8" 18" 16" 24" 24" 16" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 6.35 mm 6.35 mm 7 mm 7 mm 8 mm 10 mm 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B31B3 1B440B3 1B443B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B317H 1B4407H 1B4437H 24" 24" 24" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 10 mm 11.18 mm 11.25 mm 9
Channel Style 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 3 Pack 1B27B3 1B591B3 1B787B3 1B808B3 1B880B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1B277H 1B5917H 1B7877H 1B8087H 1B8807H 16" 18" 16" 18" 24" Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 12 mm 15 mm 20 mm 22.35 mm 22.35 mm Acrylic Tip Fan Tip 3 Pack 3 Pack 1BA25B3 1B50B3 60 Count Case 60 Count Case 1BA257H 1B507H 18 18 Brush Diameter: Brush Diameter: 6.35 mm 12.7 mm 10
How Do You Choose The Right Size Brush? Too large Too small JUST RIGHT How do I know which brush length or diameter is appropriate? Measure the maximum length, then add 5 cm When do I need a fan tip or acrylic tip brush? Fan tips are specifically designed to clean the distal end of a close-ended lumen Acrylic tip brushes provide an extra level of protection against internal lumen scratching Measure the interior diameter, then add 3 mm 11
General Style Features sturdy plastic and stainless steel handles with nylon brushes If reusable brushes are used, they should be decontaminated at least daily and when visibly soiled to ensure they are not a source of contamination. Use examples: Organ retractors and instruments with box locks and hinges Source: IAHCSMM Central Service Technical Manual, Eighth Edition, page 137 12
General Style What is a trumpet valve brush used to clean? A perfect size and shape to clean ports and valves on surgical endoscopes The ends differ in diameter to allow for ease of use and variety while cleaning Why does the laparoscopic double-ended brush have three rows on one end and one row on the other end? The end with three rows is used to clean general instrument surfaces, while the other end is used for delicate decontamination 3 Pack 1B32B3 60 Count Case 1B327H Product Description Laparoscopic Trumpet Valve 5" 3 Pack 1B33B3 60 Count Case 1B337H Product Description Laparoscopic Double-Ended 7" 13
General Style Which brush would you recommend for cleaning box locks? Large general style brushes with the wider handle 3 Pack 1B300B3 60 Count Case 1B3007H Product Description 7" 3 Pack 1B40B3 60 Count Case 1B407H Product Description 7.25" 14
Toothbrush Style Features a sturdy plastic handle with nylon, brass, or stainless steel bristles to clean fine surfaces of medical devices Use examples: Weitlaner Retractor and the textured graspers of forceps Why use stainless steel on a surgical instrument? Stainless steel bristles are used to remove debris and stains that nylon brushes are unable to address 15
Toothbrush Style Will stainless steel/brass bristles scratch the instrument surface? Metal bristles will bend before scratching instrument surfaces Stainless steel or brass bristle brushes should not be used on instruments that are insulated, coated, plated or chrome 3 Pack 1B43B3 60 Count Case 1B437H Product Description 7.2" 16
Toothbrush Style 3 Pack 1B38B3 60 Count Case 1B387H Product Description Stainless Steel 7.2" 3 Pack 1B100B3 60 Count Case 1B1007H Product Description Brass 7" 17
Maximize your cleaning performance with Prolystica Cleaning Chemistries Prolystica cleaning chemistries set the standard for optimal cleaning. These solutions remove surgical and endoscopy soils quickly and completely preventing bottlenecks and keeping your department running smoothly. For more information about Instrument, contact your STERIS representative or visit STERIS.com/CleaningBrushes Document # M9549EN.2018-06, Rev. A 2018 STERIS Corporation. All rights reserved.