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Chapter 5 Reprocessing: General Policy
ULTRASOUND GASTROVIDEOSCOPE GF-UCT180
• Before using an endoscope reprocessor, confirm that it is
capable of reprocessing the endoscope including all
channels. If you are uncertain as to the ability of your
endoscope reprocessor to clean and high-level disinfect the
endoscope including all channels, contact the endoscope
reprocessor’s manufacturer for specific instructions and/or
information on connectors. Insufficient cleaning and
disinfection or sterilization of the endoscope may pose an
infection control risk to the patient and/or operators
performing the next procedure with the endoscope.
• Patient debris and reprocessing chemicals are hazardous.
Wear personal protective equipment to guard against
dangerous chemicals and potentially infectious material.
During cleaning and disinfection or sterilization, wear
appropriate personal protective equipment, such as eyewear,
face mask, moisture-resistant clothing, and
chemical-resistant gloves that fit properly and are long
enough so that your skin is not exposed. Always remove
contaminated personal protective equipment before leaving
the reprocessing area.
• Thoroughly rinse off the disinfectant solution. Rinse the
external surfaces of the endoscope, channels, and cleaning
equipment thoroughly with clean water to remove any
disinfectant solution residue.
• The disinfection/sterilization room must be adequately
ventilated. Adequate ventilation protects against the buildup
of toxic chemical fumes.
• Store alcohol in an airtight container. Alcohol stored in an
open container is a fire hazard and will lose its efficacy due to
evaporation.
• Be sure to perform a leakage test on the endoscope prior to
manual cleaning, and do not use the endoscope if a leak is
detected. Use of an endoscope with a leak may cause a
sudden loss of the endoscopic image, damage to the
bending mechanism or other malfunctions.
• Prior to each procedure, confirm that the endoscope has
undergone proper cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization. If it
is determined that the endoscope has not been properly
reprocessed, reprocess it again following the instructions
given in this manual.
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