Reusing disposable devices poses design challenges

摘要

Newton, MA—In an effort to contain skyrocketing medical costs, medical providers—hospitals, clinics, and group practices—are reusing disposable devices that were once considered single-use products. Sterile disposable devices—such as catheters and syringes—typically come into contact with blood or body fluids, so reusing these products requires multiple cycles of sterilization to ensure safety.