Determining a material’s compatibility with the available sterilization options is the first step to identifying which sterilization method — Gamma, E-beam, x-ray or EtO sterilization — is best for your orthopedic device.

As industry organizations push back against EPA’s initiatives to limit EtO sterilization, the demand for alternative sterilization methods is increasing and creating strong market competition. Limited capacity in alternative sterilization methods is increasing the importance of orthopedic companies matching their expected five-year growth curve with the availability of compatible sterilization techniques to prevent delays in getting new products to market.

Attendees will gain a better understanding of the sterilization landscape and strategies for changing their sterilization methods.