I‘ve a question regarding above topic.
I have 2 flex Implants which I have not opened yet but have them since over a year.
No questions why not implemented yet
Can they be sterilized in a b autoclave at 134 degrees after open them and then get them implanted?
No this will destroy the integrity of the polymer.
As long as the polymer gear sealed bag that contains the sterilization tyvek pouch has not been opened, and as long as the bag has not been handled roughly - i.e. bent, crumpled, handled quite a lot… if it’s just been sitting untouched then the sterilization is ok for 5 years. There should be a lot label on the pouch itself that has an EXP date on it.