Increasing prevalence of gastrointestinal, liver, and pancreatic diseases continues to increase global demand for duodenoscopes.  Corresponding updates to duodenoscope technologies also increase along with management of multidrug-resistant nosocomial risks associated with its use, addressing in part, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommendation for a gradual transition to duodenoscopes with disposable components.  During this webinar, we will highlight trends in duodenoscopes and device technologies, including disposable devices, detachable end caps and other novelties that may represent part of the solution forward along with potential challenges.

Release Date: April 2022
Viewing Time: 1.5 hours

1. Understand the complexity of the cleaning of elevator channel endoscopes.
2. Gain appreciation of the paths forward.
3. Appreciate the recent 2022 response of the GI societies.
4. Discuss the pros and cons of using single-use duodenoscopes to complete most ERCP and other complex procedures.

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