Infection control aspects for office endoscopy.
While preventing cross-infection has always been important, the current epidemic of human immunodeficiency virus has brought about a greater awareness that infection control standards should be the same regardless of the practice setting. This article discusses infection control practices in office endoscopy including cleaning of endoscopes and the issues surrounding disposable and nondisposable accessories. Staff safety and government agency regulations are also reviewed.
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D004203:Disinfection / Q000379:methods; D016099:Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D017053:Infection Control / Q000379:methods*; D009818:Office Nursing