Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP), a division of Fortive (NYSE: FTV), and PENTAX Medical, a division of HOYA, are excited to announce FDA clearance for the new ULTRA GI™ Cycle. This innovative cycle is integrated into the STERRAD™ 100NX Sterilizer with ALLClear™ Technology and is specifically designed to reprocess duodenoscopes using hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sterilization.
Transforming Sterilization Practices
The FDA clearance of the ULTRA GI™ Cycle represents a major advancement in patient safety and addresses the challenges associated with duodenoscope reprocessing. This innovative sterilization cycle is set to redefine practices in healthcare facilities, establishing new standards for safety and effectiveness.
Tackling Contamination Challenges
Duodenoscopes have faced scrutiny due to their higher contamination rates, creating an urgent need for a reliable sterilization solution. The collaboration between ASP and PENTAX Medical has produced a cutting-edge method that surpasses industry standards, offering healthcare professionals a powerful tool to enhance patient safety.
“We are thrilled to receive FDA clearance for our ULTRA GI™ Cycle, developed with PENTAX Medical,” said Chad Rohrer, President of ASP. “Our joint commitment to patient safety is reflected in this breakthrough. By utilizing hydrogen peroxide gas plasma for duodenoscope reprocessing, we provide a higher level of certainty in sterility for healthcare professionals.”
Ivan Salgo, MD, Chief Medical & Scientific Officer at ASP, added, “Hydrogen peroxide gas plasma sets a new gold standard for duodenoscope sterilization, improving safety for patients, technicians, and the environment. The ULTRA GI™ Cycle establishes a new benchmark for sterilization and environmental safety, giving healthcare professionals and patients increased confidence in the effectiveness of duodenoscope sterilization.”
About Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP)
Advanced Sterilization Products (ASP) is renowned for its innovative infection prevention solutions that significantly enhance healthcare safety. With a history of pioneering technology and global distribution, ASP simplifies the process of acquiring and using infection-prevention products, allowing medical facilities to focus on preventing infections and saving lives.
