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Radiation sterilised personal protective equipment / Discolouration and odour formation · Corstjens, Ph.D. H · STAXS
Radiation sterilisation Polymer degradation X-ray irradiation Malodour and Discoloration Personal protective equipment An in-depth investigation was conducted to understand the impact of radiation on a disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) product (DOTCH® PPE, STAXS®). Various strategies exist to sterilise a wide range of polymer-containing products, ensuring they are free of viable microorganisms. These methods can impact the material's chemical, mechanical, and physical properties. Modifications that impair functionality must be avoided. Effects such as discolouration and the formation of malodorous volatiles are not necessarily linked to a loss of functional properties but may still be significant to the end user. Most ...