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Researchers sound warning on using the anti-flatulence agent to clear the view in endoscopes. Published: September 9, 2016 Category: Outpatient Surgery > Infection Control BUBBLE TROUBLE An anti-foaming agent can remain on endoscopes even after reprocessing. If you use infant gas relief drops to clear away the air bubbles and foam in the . . . Read more
Duodenoscope Model TJF-Q180V by Olympus: UPDATED FDA Safety Communication – New Reprocessing Instructions Validated UPDATED 01/15/2016. The Agency is redistributing the March 26, 2015 Safety Communication with updated status information about the Agency’s 510(k) clearance decision and Olympus Corporation of the America’s Customer Notification. On March 4, 2015, the FDA . . . Read more