Abstract: A sterilization package encloses a device during a sterilization procedure and stores the device in sterile form thereafter. The package comprises a barrier film which defines an interior space and seals the interior space from contaminating microorganisms. At least a portion of the barrier film is formed of a semi-permeable material which is permeable to sterilizing gasses and impermeable to contaminating microorganisms. At least a portion of an outer surface of the barrier film has thereon a friction enhancing material.

Abstract: A sterilization container system includes an enclosure having a flexible elastomeric mat therein. The mat is preferably formed of medical grade silicon. A pattern of ridges is formed on a lower surface of the mat such that no fold line can traverse the mat without intersecting one or more ridges.