Transmissible spongiform encephalopathies (TSEs) can be transmitted from one patient to another in spite of typical hospital sterilization methods.

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TSEs, also known as prion diseases, are caused by misfolded proteins called prions. These prions are highly resistant to typical sterilization methods such as autoclaving and can survive on contaminated surfaces for years. Therefore, transmission of TSEs can occur even after hospital sterilization procedures, making them a serious public health concern.

Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs) Can Be Transmitted from One Patient