Infectious diseases can be prevented by regularly cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting ultrasound equipment and transducers between patients. It’s important that your cleaning methods include an EPA registered disinfecting wipe that uses the proper cloth and solution that is non-abrasive and has been tested to not cause damage to your investment. If a product has an EPA number, they have been verified by a government agency to be effective as stated on its label to kill the germs and viruses that are listed in its instructions. Below are some points as to why it is important to have all 3 claims which are related to the solution and the quality of the cloth used. Cleaning Wipes can remove germs, dirt, and impurities; should be used before sanitizing or disinfecting; use soap or detergent and water to physically remove germs; remove the food and water that allow germs to survive and reproduce. Sanitizing Wipes don’t necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove germs; mostly contain 90 percent pure isopropyl alcohol or ethyl; can be extremely flammable. Disinfecting Wipes use chemicals to kill 99.999 percent of germs on hard, non-porous surfaces or objects; kill germs on contact after the surface has been cleaned; provide a temporary disinfecting effect; incorrect use may kill the weaker germs, but the more resistant germs survive. You have to choose disinfecting wipes carefully. There are many different types of disinfectants available. When selecting and using disinfectants, always check for the following: There is an EPA number. It is approved for the task and surface you will use it on. It won’t damage the surfaces cleaned with. The cloth uses big-dot technology that can hold enough solution to keep a surface wet long enough and it will properly lift the dirt and germs off the surface.
