Patient S. A body sterilizing device

Abstract

Hospital acquired infections and the complications associated with this are an increasing problem worldwide. New techniques and tools are needed to reduce the risk to acquire infection during hospitalisation. The present device has been designed with an aim to obtain a process in connection to surgery that provides a comprehensive and comfortable sterilization of the patient. The actual bactericidal effect is based on a relatively new technique – non-thermal plasma. The technique has been tested in laboratory settings with very promising effects on various bacteria. The design of the device has been focused on ergonomics, simpleness and reliability. The special regulatory requirements for medical devices have also been considered.