| A review of reprocessing techniques of flexible nasopharyngoscopes. | |
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PMID: 19716004 Owner: NLM Status: In-Process |
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To provide assistance to otolaryngologists to decide the best manner in which to reprocess flexible nasopharyngoscopes, a review of existing English language medical literature regarding the methods of flexible endoscope reprocessing was performed, including previously published guidelines from other medical disciplines. Multiple steps were confirmed to be critical to effectively reprocess flexible nasopharyngoscopes. High-level disinfection has been determined to be the minimum level of disinfection required for reprocessing of flexible nasopharyngoscopes. Several steps are important in all reprocessing techniques, including manual cleaning, leak testing, cleaning with an enzymatic agent, high-level disinfection, and drying with vertical storage. Three techniques are available to achieve high-level disinfection: manual disinfection with a liquid disinfectant/sterilant, use of an automated endoscope reprocessor, and use of a disposable sheath. Achieving high-level disinfection of flexible nasopharyngoscopes can be accomplished by a variety of methods. Strict adherence to recommended procedures is critical. |
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William O Collins |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Volume: 141 ISSN: 0194-5998 ISO Abbreviation: - Publication Date: 2009 Sep |
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Created Date: 2009-08-31 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8508176 Medline TA: Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 307-10 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, University of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL 32610-0264, USA. William.collins@ent.ufl.edu |
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