Improving Quality and Safety In Your Endoscopy Unit: On-Demand | October 2022 OLQUALOCT22-multisociety-guideline-reprocessing-gi-endoscopes

multisociety-guideline-reprocessing-gi-endoscopes

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The document is a set of guidelines for the proper reprocessing and disinfection of flexible GI endoscopes. It emphasizes the importance of staff training, written policies, and adherence to infection control recommendations. The guidelines cover various aspects such as precleaning, manual cleaning, leak testing, high-level disinfection, and documentation. Compliance with these guidelines is crucial in minimizing the risk of infection transmission to patients. The document also highlights the need for efficient endoscopy unit layout, regular monitoring, and ongoing research to improve compliance with reprocessing guidelines. It also provides recommendations for the design of reprocessing facilities, sterilization of water bottles, disposal of single-use accessories, and following manufacturers' instructions. The guidelines aim to promote patient safety and prevent healthcare-associated infections.

Keywords

reprocessing

disinfection

flexible GI endoscopes

staff training

infection control

compliance

endoscopy unit layout

monitoring

patient safety

healthcare-associated infections