scope:

1.1 This practice covers recommended procedures for handling of neurosurgical intracranial aneurysm clips and the clip appliers (instruments).

1.2 This practice is intended to inform hospital receiving personnel, central supply personnel, operating room personnel, and other individuals who will handle intracranial aneurysm clips and the instruments related thereto of recommended care and handling procedures to prevent damage of intracranial aneurysm clips and instruments.

1.3 Handling and packaging procedures for the product are not a part of this practice and are covered in other practices.