FDA Updates Duodenoscope Safety Recommendation

4/5/22 — The FDA updated duodenoscope safety communication to encourage manufacturers to transition away from fixed endcap duodenoscopes to disposable/disposable component duodenoscopes with more modern design features that facilitate or eliminate the need for reprocessing. Hospitals and endoscopy facilities should complete transition to innovative duodenoscope designs that include disposable components, such as disposable endcaps, or to fully disposable duodenoscopes. Read the FDA safety communication.