ArticleAntimicrobial resistance and infection control2018
Worldwide practices on flexible endoscope reprocessing.
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11 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it.
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- No relation between adenosine triphosphate after manual cleaning and presence of microorganisms on endoscopes after automated high-level disinfection.Endoscopy international open · 2022Article
- Cleaning of in-hospital flexible endoscopes: Limitations and challenges.Revista latino-americana de enfermagem · 2022Article
- Accreditation program for gastrointestinal endoscopes reprocessing in Italy: An on-site survey.Endoscopy international open · 2021Article
- The Effectiveness of Drying on Residual Droplets, Microorganisms, and Biofilms in Gastrointestinal Endoscope Reprocessing: A Systematic Review.Gastroenterology research and practice · 2021Review
- The structure and delivery of a novel training course on endoscope reprocessing and standard precautions in the endoscopy unit.VideoGIE : an official video journal of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy · 2020Article
- Robotic colonoscopy: efficacy, tolerability and safety. Preliminary clinical results from a pilot study.Surgical endoscopy · 2020Article
- Chemical disinfection in healthcare settings: critical aspects for the development of global strategies.GMS hygiene and infection control · 2020Article
- Establishing Nursing-Sensitive Quality Indicators for the Central Sterile Supply Department: A Modified Delphi Study.Quality management in health careArticle
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Abstract
Background: Endoscopy related infections represent an important threat for healthcare systems worldwide. Recent outbreaks of infections with multidrug resistant micro-organisms have highlighted the problems of contaminated endoscopes. Endoscopes at highest risk for contamination have intricate mechanisms, multiple internal channels and narrow lumens that are especially problematic to clean. In light of raised awareness about the necessity for meticulous reprocessing of all types of endoscopes, a call for international collaboration is needed. An overview is presented on current practices for endoscope reprocessing in facilities worldwide. Method: An electronic survey was developed and disseminated by the International Society for Antimicrobials and Chemotherapy. The survey consisted of 50 questions aimed at assessing the reprocessing of flexible endoscopes internationally. It covered three core elements: stakeholder involvement, assessment of perceived risks, and reprocessing process. Results: The survey received a total of 165 completed responses from 39 countries. It is evident that most facilities, 82% ( Conclusion: This international survey on current flexible endoscope reprocessing identified a large variation for reprocessing practices among different health care facilities/countries. A standardised education and training programme with a competency assessment is essential to prevent reprocessing lapses and improve patient safety.
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