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Flexible Colonoscopy in Mice to Evaluate the Severity of Colitis and Colorectal Tumors Using a Validated Endoscopic Scoring System
Published on: October 16, 2013
Abstract:
The correct reprocessing of flexible endoscopes is essential to prevent pathogens from being transmitted from patient to patient, as well as to ensure that patients are not exposed to chemical residue from the endoscope decontamination process. In this article, we describe key considerations for preparing a flexible endoscope to be safely reused.
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