autoclave/pressure cooker ... Re: Re: IUD removal

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Just wondering ... is a pressure cooker basically the same as an autoclave?Would a pressure cooker also sterilize sufficiently?I don't mean to

demonstrate my ignorance, but the thought just crossed my mind.Tim > On Tue, September 9, 2008 9:29 am

EDT, chadcostley wrote:> > >

I agree - it's not a sterile procedure so I don't see the need to autoclave. No> different than> not using sterile gloves for bimanual exams.> > Chad Costley> > > > >> > > What are people using to remove IUDs?

We don't have an autoclave and> > > have found disposable kits for

insertions, but are still looking for a> > > disposable long-handled

ring forceps or (preferably) a less expensive> > > creative

alternative.> > >> > > Including manual removal, which

has been our creative solution to date,> > > but seems a bit

awkward.> > >> > > Any tips???> > >> > >> > > Denny, MD> > > Barrington

Family Medicine> > > www.barringtonfamilymed.com> >

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