This is a Q&A based on the findings of a piece of research funded by the Research and Innovation Service at NHS Scotland Assure.
Scottish Health Technical Memorandum 01-06 Parts A–E: decontamination of flexible thermolabile endoscopes and TOE ultrasound probes in EDUs
SAN2302 - Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) planks in building roofing, walls, and flooring: risk of catastrophic structural failure
MDSI2304 - BD BodyGuard MicroSets and residual ethylene oxide: devices may continue to be used to treat paediatric patients 5kg and above
MDSI2303 - Zimmer Biomet NexGen Knee replacement: affected patients should be offered additional follow up.
MDSI2302 - Belzer UW Cold Storage Solution and Belzer MPS UW Machine Perfusion Solution manufactured by Carnamedica: Contamination
NatPSA/2023/003/MHRA - NIDEK EyeCee One preloaded and EyeCee One Crystal preloaded Intraocular Lenses (IOLs): risk of increased intraocular pressure
MDSI2301 - EyeCee One preloaded and EyeCee One Crystal preloaded intraocular lenses (IOLs): stop using immediately and quarantine all preloaded lenses
EFN2301 - Assistance call alarm for accessible toilet: inappropriate use of isolation switch.
NatPSA/2023/001/NHSPS - Use of oxygen cylinders where patients do not have access to medical gas pipeline systems
