Articles That Address Infection Control Issues
with Laparoscopic Instruments

Designed to Kill?
Infection Control Today, May 2006
By: Jennifer Schraag

Laparoscopic Instruments: Handle with Care
Infection Control Today, Nov. 2002
By: Ann Hewitt

It Can't Be Sterile If Its Not Clean
Infection Control Today, Nov. 2002
By: Ralph Basile and Stephen Kovach

Nooks And Crannies, Breeding Grounds For Bacteria
Infection Control Today, June 2002
By: Kelly M. Pyrek

The Difficulty of Reprocessing Reusable Rigid Laparoscopic Forceps and Other Endoscopic Accessories: Are Disposables the Answer?
MDSR: Medical Device Safety Reports

Up And Coming Standards: What Every S.P. Professional Needs To Know
Infection Control Today, Oct. 2003
By: Becki Harter

SB Infection-Rate Reporting Making it Add Up For Patient Safety
Infection Control Today, Nov. 2004
By: Kelly M. Pyrek

Disposable Items Help Prevent Healthcare-Acquired Infections
Infection Control Today, Mar. 2005
By: Larry M. Bush, MD

Reprocessing: Making The Impossible Possible
Infection Control Today, Dec. 2004
By: Kelly M. Pyrek

Guidelines For Prevention Of Surgical Site Infection, 1999
Center for Disease Control Web Page

The Difficulty Of Reprocessing Reusable Rigid Laparoscopic Forceps
Health Devices
Jan-Feb 1994;23 (1-2):57-8

National Initiative Strives To Reduce Surgical Site Infections
Infection Control Today, Sept. 2004
By: Kelly M. Pyrek

Bioburden: Eradicating The Hidden Vectors
Infection Control Today, June 2004
By; Becki Jensen

JCAHO Helps Facilities Put More Muscle Into I.C. Programs
Infection Control Today, Feb. 2004
By: Kelly M. Pyrek

Future Forecast: Peering Into The Crystal Ball For 2005's Biggest I.C. Issues
Infection Control Today, Jan. 2005
By: Kelly M. Pyrek

ICP's, Nurse managers Play Critical Role In Product Selection
Infection Control Today, Nov. 2002
By: Kathy Dix

Reprocessing Of Medical Devices
Infection Control Today, Feb. 2003
By: Kelly M. Pyrek