29/06/2026
Endoscope Reprocessing: Navigating the latest trends and best practices
Contaminated endoscopes remain one of the most significant and persistent causes of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). Despite years of research, detailed guidelines, and ongoing technological innovation, outbreaks continue to occur across the globe. These incidents are complex, often involving delayed symptom onset, underreporting, and the reuse of instruments that are difficult to fully decontaminate. As a result, endoscope reprocessing continues to be one of the most scrutinized and evolving areas in infection prevention.