Outbreak of Cystoscopy Related Infections With Pseudomonas Aeruginosa: New Mexico, 2007

200866 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Aaron M. Wendelboe · New Mexico Department of Health

Jan Baumbach · New Mexico Department of Health

David B. Blossom · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

P Frank · New Mexico Department of Health

Arjun Srinivasan · Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

C. Mack Sewell · New Mexico Department of Health

Abstract

Our investigation implicated a contaminated cystoscope as the likely source of these infections. Health care personnel who disinfect cystoscopes should follow manufacturer recommendations and guidelines on reprocessing flexible endoscopes. The development of cystoscope specific guidelines might promote increased compliance with correct reprocessing procedures.

Topics & Keywords

Medical Device Sterilization and Disinfection Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues Healthcare cost, quality, practices

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Journal of Urology

Volume 180, Issue 2, pp. 588-592

DOI: 10.1016/j.juro.2008.04.003

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