This is a resource page developed by “Discussion in Infection Control” for the public to use to learn more about the risk of “superbug” infection associated with bronchoscopes.
Dr. Muscarella’s postings discussing bronchoscopes:
- Bronchoscopes (26)
Some FDA notices and guidance documents discussing bronchoscopes:
- Infections Associated with Reprocessed Flexible Bronchoscopes: FDA Safety Communication (September 17, 2015)
- Reprocessing of Reusable Medical Devices: Information for Patients
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Some FDA Correspondence to Bronchoscope Manufacturers:
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Some FDA Communications on Bronchoscopes:
Some Regulatory (“MAUDE”) Reports filed by Bronchoscope Manufacturers:
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Some Updated Bronchoscope Reprocessing Instructions:
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Other Resources:
Some publications in the peer-reviewed medical literature discussing the risk of bronchoscopes infecting patients:
- Muscarella LF. Risk of transmission of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae and related “superbugs” during gastrointestinal endoscopy. World J Gastrointest Endosc 2014 Oct 16;6(10):457-74. [This article has been viewed almost 3,000 times.]
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Dr. Muscarella’s 5 most recently posted articles on a number of topics:
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