Study on cleaning methods for instruments with axle

OBJECTIVE To explore the cleaning methods for instruments with axle and improve the effect of sterilization so as to effectively control nosocomial infections.METHODS In accordance with the principle of randomization,a total of 1298 pieces of recycled medical instruments with axle were divided into the experimental group(treated with the self-made operation instrument rack) and the control group(treated with conventional cleaning method),the cleaning effects of two methods were observed.RESULTS The qualified rate of cleaning in the experimental group was 98.9%,77.8% in the control group,with statistical significance between the two groups(χ2=141.14,P0.01).CONCLUSION The application of self-made operation instrument rack for cleaning of the instruments with axle can improve the cleaning quality,which is worthy of being promoted.