There are approximately 2,800 of the machines in use today, according to the FDA. The FDA has recommended facilities still using the machines begin taking steps to transition to other methods of ...

Proper reprocessing of tools — like endoscopes and other instruments — should be of upmost importance to hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers, as it has a major impact on patient safety. According ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . After an alcohol flush and air purge using an automated reprocessing machine, 100% of endoscopes were still wet.