Evolution of Endoscopy With Disposable Endoscopes
The concept of disposable endoscopes has acquired tremendous popularity with recent cases of endoscope-induced infections, often related to the use of duodenoscopes. In addition, manufacturers of endoscopic and endoscopic products have invested much time and money in creating disposable endoscopes and endoscope tips. The United States, in August 2019 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended that "health care facilities and manufacturers start moving to duodenoscopes with disposable components to reduce the risk of infection in patients. Disposable Endoscopes All about endoscopy and disposable endoscopes Endoscopy is a minimally invasive technique that uses an illuminated tubular instrument to allow physicians to examine a hollow organ, passage, or body cavity. Unlike non-invasive diagnostic procedures, endoscopes are inserted directly into the body to perform an internal examination of the patient and to diagnose or track health conditions in the esophagus, stomac...