| abstract |
The present invention relates to an agent for treating a surface, in particular a surface of a medical device, obtained by irradiating an aqueous solution with artificial ultraviolet radiation. Said aqueous solution optionally contains a chemical bactericidal agent, in particular peracetic acid, together with corrosion inhibitors, buffer components, complexing agents, wetting agents and / or other auxiliary substances or active substances. Various sterilization methods are also disclosed. |