Endoscope reprocessing is a vital but complex process that directly impacts patient safety. This white paper reveals that current disinfection practices, especially for devices like duodenoscopes, often fall short in eliminating harmful microbes and biofilms. With contamination rates reaching up to 16% and the rise of multidrug-resistant organisms, the paper emphasizes the need to move from high-level disinfection to sterilization in high-risk procedures. It also explores new technologies, training improvements, and sustainability considerations that can strengthen infection prevention in healthcare settings.
By Ivan Salgo, MD, MS, MBA; Ryan Lewis, MD, MPH; Nirav R. Shah, DPM; and Keyvan Nowruzi, PhD
Source: www.asp.com
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