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Leak testing is a vital processing step that detects fluid invasion in an endoscope. Endoscopes that are inadequately leak tested can pose a risk for transmission of infection or injury to patients. If not detected, fluid invasion of an endoscope can damage the endoscope and increase repair costs. This article presents evidence to support leak testing, provides recommendations for correct leak testing, explains reasons for leak-testing failures, and discusses a case scenario with a failed leak test and the approach that facility personnel took to improve the quality and consistency of leak testing their endoscopes.
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