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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology and Endoscopy
  • Medical Device Technology
  • Infectious Disease Prevention

Background:

  • Reusable endoscopes are standard for gastrointestinal procedures.
  • A 2019 FDA recommendation urged phasing out fully reusable duodenoscopes with fixed endcaps.
  • This review examines the literature on single-use disposable gastrointestinal scopes.

Approach:

  • Systematic literature review of studies published from 2015 to 2023.
  • Searched PubMed using keywords: disposable, reusable, and various endoscope types.
  • Included 13 articles comparing disposable and reusable gastrointestinal scopes.

Key Points:

  • Disposable endoscopes demonstrated a decreased risk of infection compared to reusable scopes.
  • Functionality was comparable, with reduced camera resolution noted as a potential issue.
  • Safety profiles were similar, though one study reported increased adverse events with disposable scopes.
  • Cost-effectiveness requires further investigation, with mixed findings in current literature.

Conclusions:

  • Disposable gastrointestinal endoscopes show promise in reducing infection risks while maintaining safety.
  • Further research is necessary to comprehensively evaluate the functionality and cost-effectiveness of disposable scopes.
  • Disposable scopes represent a viable alternative to reusable scopes, aligning with FDA safety recommendations.