METHOD AND DEVICE FOR VAPOR STERILIZATION OF ARTICLES HAVING LUMENS

摘要

A method and device for enhancing the vapor sterilization of the lumen of medical instruments and like articles under reduced pressure. A vessel (14) containing a small amount of a vaporizable liquid sterilant solution is attached to the lumen. The sterilant vaporizes and flows directly into the lumen of the article as the pressure is reduced for the sterilization cycle.