From The Economic Times · Teena Thacker · · 50s
States urged to enforce single-use medical device ban
States must stop reusing single-use medical devices to protect patient safety.
In brief
States must stop reusing single-use medical devices to protect patient safety. India's health regulator warns against reusing single-use medical devices after reports of hospitals violating safety rules. Originally reported by The Economic Times.
Health regulator issues directive
The Directorate General of Health Services has directed states to strictly enforce a ban on reusing single-use medical devices and disposable surgical items.
Hospitals reported violating rules
Some private and corporate hospitals reportedly reuse single-use devices after claimed sterilization in cardiology, nephrology, oncology, cardiothoracic, vascular and neurosurgery.
Patient safety risks
Reusing devices risks cross-infection, malfunction, performance loss and procedure complications.
Regulatory violations
Hospitals may also be violating the Drugs and Cosmetic Act, 1940, Medical Devices Rules, 2017, Clinical Establishments Act, 2010 and infection prevention protocols.
At a glance
India's health regulator warns against reusing single-use medical devices after reports of hospitals violating safety rules.
