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Effectiveness of drying in digestive endoscope reprocessing: Systematic review on residual droplets and

Chengyi Han1, Yanyan Chen1, Yan Chen1

  • 1Department of Infection and ControlThe First Affiliated Hospital of Henan University of CMZhengzhouHenanChina.

Endoscopy International Open
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HygienePerformance and complicationsQuality and logistical aspectsQuality management

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