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A simple, convenient tonometer tip disinfection technique.

W Machesney1, J J Salz

  • 1Beverly Hills Eye Medical Group, Inc., Los Angeles, California.

Ophthalmic Surgery
|October 1, 1988
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A simple disinfection system for Goldmann applanation tonometer tips is presented. Soaking the tonometer tip in 10% sodium hypochlorite effectively cleans the device.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Medical Devices
  • Infection Control

Background:

  • Goldmann applanation tonometry is a standard method for measuring intraocular pressure.
  • Proper disinfection of tonometer tips is crucial to prevent cross-contamination and infection transmission.
  • Existing disinfection methods may be cumbersome or require specialized equipment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a simple, accessible, and effective disinfection system for Goldmann applanation tonometer tips.
  • To provide an easy-to-implement protocol for tonometer tip hygiene.

Main Methods:

  • A system was developed using a contact lens vial containing 10% sodium hypochlorite (household bleach).
  • The vial was attached to the base of the Goldmann applanation tonometer.

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  • The tonometer tip was immersed in the sodium hypochlorite solution for a ten-minute period.

    • Main Results:

    • The described method provides a straightforward approach to tonometer tip disinfection.
    • The use of readily available materials (household bleach, contact lens vial) makes the system accessible.
    • A ten-minute soaking period in 10% sodium hypochlorite is proposed as an effective disinfection protocol.

    Conclusions:

    • The described simple tonometer tip disinfection system offers a practical solution for healthcare settings.
    • This method ensures adequate disinfection of the Goldmann applanation tonometer tip, promoting patient safety.
    • The system's simplicity and use of common materials facilitate its adoption in various clinical environments.