Developing IFUs for reusable devices presents a unique challenge that requires focused attention to ensure patient safety: the reprocessing method. (Credit: WuXi AppTec Medical Device Testing) Creating Robust Reprocessing Instructions for Reusable Device IFUs " D eveloping the Instructions for Use (IFU) for any medical device can be challenging, but reusable devices have a unique challenge that requires focused attention to ensure patient safety: the reprocessing method. Without properly designing and detailing the reprocessing procedure, future patients may be at risk - regardless of device classification or initial estimations. Medical Design Briefs, November 2021 Cov Teams that wait to critique the efficacy of their reprocessing instructions until the final stages of a project may face setbacks if the needed re - processing validations do not proceed as intended and www.medicaldesignbriefs.com ToC Adding supplemental instructions may be necessary to address unique design features, or potentially executing a comprehensive rewrite of the reprocessing instructions. retesting or instruction redaction is necessary. Manufacturers should consider designing the 19 "http://www.medicaldesignbriefs.com