Abstract: A sterile enclosure is provided, which comprises a backplate for receiving a non-sterile electronic device, a sterile clamshell for receiving the backplate, and an attachment means for attaching the sterile enclosure to a holder. The clamshell comprises a first part for receiving the backshell, a second part for closing off the first part and fastening means for retaining the first part in its closed-off state. A backplate may be used, together with retaining means, for retaining the electronic device in place. The backplate may be triangular in shape, the retaining means being retaining members lying at the terminal points of the triangular backplate. The clamshell may comprise, e.g. a PET, PE or PVC material.