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Which of the following cannot be autoclaved?(a) catheter(b) mes(c) scalpel(d) scissorsThis question was posed to me in exam.This question is from CSSD topic in section Anaesthesia of Clinical Science

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The correct CHOICE is (a) catheter

To EXPLAIN: Catheter is a soft instrument, made of polymers rather than any METALLIC substance. The high heat and water pressure of the autoclave can cause the polymer to melt or get damaged. THUS, it undergoes CHEMICAL treatment.



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