A study evaluated the efficacy of two reprocessing methods for endoscopes used in pancreatic encapsulated necrosis with multidrug-resistant infections. The pass rate for endoscopes sterilized with ethylene oxide reached 100%, significantly higher than the 61.54% for those using peracetic acid. Microbiological cultures revealed common multidrug-resistant bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The findings underscore the necessity of monitoring all channels of endoscopes, particularly those with auxiliary water functions, to enhance patient safety.
Journal Article by Zhou MJ, Huang X and Ma JH in Surg Laparosc Endosc Percutan Tech
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