A method and an apparatus for sterilizing objects by means of a gaseous sterilization agent.

摘要

The disclosure relates to a method and an apparatus for sterilizing objects (6) by means of a gaseous sterilization agent. In order to ensure efficient contact from the point of view of sterilization between the objects and the gaseous sterilization agent, the ambient pressure of the objects is reduced with a view to evacuating the boundary layer of ambient air most proximal the surfaces of the objects intended for sterilization, whereafter the gaseous sterilization agent is brought into contact with the objects at reduced ambient pressure.