Improving Quality and Safety in the Endoscopy Unit (Virtual) | October 2024-Ergonomics in GI Endoscopy

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The video introduces the topic of endoscopic ergonomics and its importance in preventing related injuries. It highlights findings from a meta-analysis revealing a high prevalence of such injuries, mainly affecting hands, fingers, back, and neck. Factors increasing the risk include being female and increased exposure to endoscopy procedures. The ASGE guidelines suggest ergonomic education, proper monitor and bed adjustments, use of anti-fatigue mats, and breaks to mitigate these risks. Emphasizing team awareness and structural adjustments in units, it stresses the need for more research and consideration of ergonomics in equipment design and room setup.

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Sonali Palchaudhuri, MD MHCI

Keywords

endoscopic ergonomics

injury prevention

ASGE guidelines

ergonomic education

equipment design