Infection Control
Infection control practices minimize nosocomial infection risk for GI endoscopy
Published in TB and Outbreaks Week, October 19th, 2004
According to a study from the United States, "Several infection control practices and procedures crucial to the prevention of disease transmission in the health care setting are reviewed and discussed. Emphasis is placed on the importance of infection control to gastrointestinal endoscopy."
"Recommendations that minimize the risk of nosocomial infection during the preparation, handling, and administration of intravenous medications, particularly propofol, are provided," wrote L.R. Muscarella and colleagues.
"These...
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