June 1, 2009
Endo reprocessing lapses at the VA
Follow the published manufacturer's instructions—that message is being hammered home once again following errors in the setup and reprocessing of endoscopy equipment at 3 Veterans Affairs (VA) facilities. The errors involved use of a wrong connector and failure to follow reprocessing instructions for tubing, according to the VA.
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