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Chapter 5 Reprocessing: General Policy
ULTRASOUND GASTROVIDEOSCOPE GF-UCT180
5.2 Importance of cleaning, disinfection, and
sterilization
The medical literature reports incidents of cross-contamination resulting from
improper cleaning, disinfection, or sterilization. It is strongly recommended that
all individuals engaged in reprocessing closely observe all instructions given in
this manual and the manuals of all ancillary equipment, and have a thorough
understanding of the following items:
• Professional health and safety criteria of your healthcare facility
• Individual cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization protocols
• Structure and handling of endoscopic equipment
• Handling of pertinent chemicals
For the types and conditions of the means of cleaning, disinfection, and
sterilization to be adopted, please make judgments from your professional
viewpoints.
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