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Healthcare organizations generally have two options when they are looking to repair their endoscopic devices: Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and Independent Service Organizations (ISOs), which are commonly referred to as “third-party repair companies.” How do you choose?

When it comes to endoscopic procedures and the care and storage of endoscopes, maintaining cleanliness and avoiding contamination are the most important issues faced by doctors, nurses and support staff. To maintain cleanliness and reduce the risk of contamination and unnecessary damage, avoid or address these seven mistakes...

An excellent refresher on the principles, product safety, and characteristics of high-level disinfectants and sterilants.​

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This current version complements the SGNA Standard of Infection Prevention in the Gastroenterology Setting (2015). 

Here you will find pertinent information related to controlling or preventing infection using Olympus products. Additionally, you will find educational videos and safety information relating to reprocessing Olympus endoscopes.

SGNA has compiled practice guidelines and documents recommended by leading authorities on infection prevention.​ Use these documents to help develop your unit's best infection protection practices.

Your source for the most in-depth video education in the GI field. Find everything GI endoscopy, all in one place. Select from numerous videos from these key endoscopy categories: Advanced Imaging, Colorectal, ERCP, EUS, GI Bleeding, Upper GI, Small Bowel.

Here you will find newly published ASGE guidelines for standards of practice. These range from recommendations on testing and screenings to the role of endoscopy in managing certain diagnoses to sedation and anesthesia to adverse events and quality indicators.