Abstract
Reprocessing has emerged as an attempt to control the cost of single-use bipolar and ultrasound diathermy devices despite limited data on defect rates. This study compares the defect rates, as reported by surgical teams, between original equipment manufacturer (OEM) single-use bipolar and ultrasound diathermy devices and reprocessed (RP) devices. Data were retrospectively collected on 3112 devices over a 7-month period for two types of bipolar and ultrasound diathermy devices. There is a significant difference (p < 0.001) in reported bipolar and ultrasound diathermy device defects between OEM and RP. OEM single-use bipolar and ultrasound diathermy devices were reported to be defective more frequently than RP devices based on reports from the surgical team.
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