GB/T 25440.1-2021 Retrieval and analysis of surgical implants—Part 1:Retrieval and handling
GB/T 25440.1-2021 Retrieval and analysis of surgical implants—Part 1:Retrieval and handling
Basic Information
Scope
This part of GB/T 25440 specifies the methods for the removal and handling of surgical implants and related tissues and body fluids. In particular, this part prescribes the necessary steps for safely and correctly obtaining clinical records, conducting pre-removal inspections, collecting specimens, labeling them, cleaning and disinfecting them, recording relevant information, packaging them, and transporting them. This part also provides guidance on infection control.
This part applies to the removal of surgical implants and related tissues and body fluids.
This part does not apply to the removal activities involving the unintended collection of data, but such activities can benefit from the practical information provided in the relevant provisions of this part.