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7 Steps to Safer Endoscope Reprocessing

9/3/2014

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On top of following standardized endoscope reprocessing protocols; there are a number of other steps that can be taken to improve both patient and technician safety while continuing to efficiently reprocess scopes in a high volume environment. 

OutpatientSurgery.net recently posted an article listing '7 Steps to Safer Endoscope Reprocessing' outlining a number of practices that can be implemented in your healthcare facility. The article stresses the importance of removing blood and biofilm from scopes via manual cleaning to allow for effective disinfection in an AER. Additionally, it recommends using automated technology to provide consistency in the cleaning and disinfection processes, prevent technicians from removing scopes before required reprocessing times have been achieved, allow technicians to verify cycle efficacy, and provide notifications when chemistries require replacement/replenishment. The final step for improving safety involves segregating reprocessed endoscopes to prevent re-contamination and focusing on a safe transition between designated clean and contaminated areas.

By implementing some of the practices provided in this article, you can help to improve the safety and effectiveness of the reprocessing department in your healthcare facility.

Click here to read the full article on Outpatient Surgery.net...
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