FDA Safety Communication Offers Recommendations for Bronchoscope Reprocessing
September 23, 2015 | Strategic Insights for Health System
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"Failure to meticulously follow manufacturer instructions" and "continued use of devices despite integrity, maintenance, and mechanical issues" were the two most predominant factors contributing to the contamination of reprocessed flexible bronchoscopes identified in a recent U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigation, reports a September 17, 2015, FDA safety communication.