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Glossary
Detergent
A chemical mixture containing surfactants with cleansing
properties in dilute solutions. Detergents remove residues on
surfaces.
Electrosurgical generator
Medical device supplying high-frequency alternate current for
electrosurgical applications.
HF surgery
Application of high-frequency (HF) alternate current for cutting,
denaturation or vaporization of tissue.
Neutralizer
A chemical substance that is used for the rinsing phase of
automated cleaning and disinfection to neutralize the microbicidal
effect of detergent or disinfectant residues.
Qualied service personnel
Personnel certied or approved by Olympus to perform certain
tasks.
Radio-frequency identication
Radio-frequency identication (RFID) uses electromagnetic
elds to automatically identify and track electronically stored
information in devices, e.g. for use as usage counters in
electrodes or for card payments at cashier terminals.
Reprocessing
Reprocessing is the process that is carried out on a used
medical device in order to allow its safe reuse including
cleaning, disinfection and, if applicable, sterilization and related
procedures. Reprocessing also includes the testing and restoring
of the technical and functional safety of the used device.
Serious incident
Any incident that directly or indirectly led, might have led or might
lead to any of the following: death, temporary or permanent
impairment, serious public health threats.
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