[Packing materials in the sterilization process using ethylene oxide].

The article points out the role of wrapping packages of medical and hospital items both for the manufacturer and, in special, for the user. The following aspects are enhanced: sterilization circle by ethylene oxide, quality requirements for a package; procedures for package qualification; and different package; types available for medical and hospital items. Last of all, there's a table showing the conexion between structure resistance of packing films and several sterilization processes.