Reprocess a flexible endoscope after a case
Practice the AAMI ST91 / SGNA order from sterile-processing training. The scope is not stored until leak test, manual clean, high-level disinfection, and dry are complete.
- Wipe and flush the scope at the bedside immediately after the case.
- Transport it in a closed, labeled container to decontamination.
- Perform a leak test before full immersion.
- Manually clean channels with the taught brushes.
- Rinse the channels.
- Run high-level disinfection or sterilization as the IFU requires.
- Purge and dry the channels.
- Hang in a vented cabinet.
- Do not coil a wet scope in a case.