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aren't as fluid heavy and wouldn't require the new closed system.
We're planning on implementing a policy that solidifiers will be used
for procedures with up to 100 cc of irrigation, while cases above that
will use the automated system. On a per-case basis, this made the most
sense economically
and ergonomically for
us.
Closed systems
At our hospital, we
recently completed a
trial of a closed sys-
tem for fluid waste
disposal. These sys-
tems are the safest
option for your staff,
as they won't have to
open canisters at all
during the process,
but require you to
make a fairly large
investment.
There are 2 types of
these systems. In a
closed drainage sys-
tem, suction canisters
are taken to stationary,
(usually) wall-mount-
ed port that empties
the contents of the
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