SGNA’s recommendations to avoid carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae transmission through ERCP scopes include:
• Working with infection prevention and quality departments
• Performing competency tests with reprocessing staff members
• Reviewing all reprocessing instructions and policies
• Educating all endoscopy unit staff members on CRE
• Assessing patient population to understand infection risk
• Considering a one-time post-procedure culture of endoscopes with elevator mechanism
More articles on gastroenterology:
GI societies, FDA to hold workshop on regulations, therapeutics advancements in GI
FDA clears 4 GI/endoscopy devices in February
Global endoscopy systems market to reach $6.1B by 2020
At the Becker's 23rd Annual Spine, Orthopedic and Pain Management-Driven ASC + The Future of Spine Conference, taking place June 11-13 in Chicago, spine surgeons, orthopedic leaders and ASC executives will come together to explore minimally invasive techniques, ASC growth strategies and innovations shaping the future of outpatient spine care. Apply for complimentary registration now.
