Reprocessed single-use devices in laparoscopy: assessment of cost, environmental impact, and patient safety
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DOI: 10.1007/s00464-018-6275-0
Abstract: United States health care spending rose 4.3% in 2016 to reach $3.2 trillion dollars, or 17.9% of the GDP [1]. It is predicted that, without intervention, this will reach 20% by 2025. In addition, it… read more here.
Keywords: use; impact; patient safety; use devices ... See more keywords
Reprocessing Standards for Medical Devices and Equipment in Otolaryngology: Safe Practices for Scopes, Speculums, and Single-Use Devices.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.otc.2018.08.014
Abstract: Stringent regulatory standards for reprocessing medical devices and equipment have proliferated in response to patient safety incidents in which improperly disinfected or contaminated endoscopes lead to large-scale disease transmission or outbreaks. This article details best… read more here.
Keywords: single use; devices equipment; medical devices; use devices ... See more keywords