Risk assessment is critical in infection prevention

With departmental personnel, it's a matter of assessing who may come into contact with a contaminated endoscope, device, or bodily fluid, and sourcing the appropriate equipment.¹

Protecting patients, on the other hand, is more complex. 

An infection risk assessment would consider the likelihood of persistent contamination of the endoscope inventory. 

It would also consider any relevant patient characteristics. For instance, patients who are immunocompromised, who have an obstruction in the HPB tract, or a high-risk cardiovascular disease are more vulnerable to infection than otherwise healthy individuals.² 

Single-use solutions for your peace of mind

Boston Scientific's single-use disposable materials embody a variety of clinically desirable qualities in line with European guideline recommendations.³

The Boston Scientific range provides you with:

• A completely sterile option for each patient undergoing ERCP and percutaneous cholangioscopy
• An innovative approach that helps patients understand your commitment to reducing infection risks
• Reliable availability that can prevent the workflow disruptions associated with reprocessing and servicing