Overview

The Department of Sterilization Services, also known as Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) or Sterile Processing Department (SPD), is an essential unit within healthcare facilities responsible for the cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, and maintenance of medical instruments, devices, and equipment. Its primary objective is to ensure that all reusable medical instruments and supplies are free from microorganisms that could cause infections or other complications when used in patient care.