Sterilization traceability for dermatology practices in Portugal

The dermatologist operates within a private healthcare unit — the general DL 127/2014 framework and NP EN standards apply to dermatology and aesthetic medicine.

Reference framework for dermatology sterilization

ERS · DGS · Order of Doctors

Dermatology and aesthetic medicine are medical activities regulated by the general framework for private healthcare units — Decreto-Lei n.º 127/2014, of 22 August. There is no specific sterilization Portaria for dermatology comparable to Portaria n.º 99/2024/1 for dental practices. NP EN ISO 17665-1:2010 and EN 13060 apply to any sterilization cycle. Since dermatology practice may involve reusable instruments (curettes, biopsy forceps, minor surgical instruments), the reprocessing and traceability obligation derives from the private-healthcare-unit framework and the professional duty of the doctor registered with the Order of Doctors. Sterilization documentation is evidentiary in case of professional claim.

Decreto-Lei n.º 127/2014, of 22 August · Statute of the Order of Doctors · NP EN ISO 17665-1:2010 · EN 13060 · NP EN ISO 13485 · Lei n.º 58/2019 (RGPD)

How SecuSteri helps

Track reusable surgical instrument sterilization

Import your autoclave cycle after each procedure day. Sign the record and maintain a tamper-proof history.

QR-coded labels for instrument traceability

Print traceability labels for each sterilized instrument pack. Link them to the specific autoclave cycle.

Complements your single-use workflow

Most dermatology instruments are single-use — but the ones that aren't need traceable sterilization. SecuSteri handles the reusable portion.

Pre-loaded instruments for dermatology

Biopsy punch handles Dermal curettes Cryotherapy tips Electrosurgery tips

These instruments come pre-loaded when you create your account. You can add, edit, or remove instruments at any time.

Works with all autoclave brands

W&H Lisa Melag Euronda Castellini Anthos Tuttnauer

Melag, W&H, Castellini, and Anthos reports are imported automatically via AutoReport or manual upload. Other brands? Upload the report or enter cycle data manually — we add automatic support progressively.

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