Endoscopic disinfection is a critical procedure in healthcare to ensure the safety of patients undergoing endoscopic examinations. This process involves meticulous cleaning and sterilization of endoscopes, medical instruments used for internal visualizations. Employing high-level disinfectants or sterilizing agents, the aim is to eliminate or minimize the presence of harmful microorganisms on endoscope surfaces. Comprehensive disinfection protocols encompass steps such as pre-cleaning, leak testing, high-level disinfection or sterilization, and proper drying. Strict adherence to these guidelines is paramount to prevent healthcare-associated infections and cross-contamination. Both manual and automated disinfection techniques are utilized, with the effectiveness of the procedure crucial for maintaining aseptic conditions. Proper storage of disinfected endoscopes in designated areas further contributes to ensuring the integrity of these instruments for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Continuous advancements in disinfection technologies, coupled with rigorous adherence to standardized protocols, play a pivotal role in upholding the highest standards of patient care and infection control in healthcare settings.
Khursheed Anwer
IMUNON, United States
Ping Xie
Rutgers University, United States
Regina Au
BioMarketing Insight, United States
Madhu Khanna
University of Delhi, India
Lara Isis Teodoro
Mayo Clinic, United States
Ahmed Abdulazeez
BHRUT Trust, United Kingdom
Elena Chiappini
University of Florence, Italy
Ayesha Zahid
Griffith University, Australia
Livia Daflon Silva
Federal University of State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Neha Bhandari
Chitkara University, IndiaSubmit your abstract Today
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