Use of PPE in Endoscopy

[Fiona de Sousa]

Hi ,

We are currently reviewing the level of facial PPE that is worn in
Endoscopy during procedures. Currently staff wear a visor and a PFR
mask for bronchoscopy and a visor / surgical mask for cleaning scopes
(per GENCA guidelines) but there is a lack of agreement about wearing
surgical mask and visor for upper / lower GI scope procedures as it is
not specifically addressed in the GENCA guidelines. Our concern is that
if a facial splash during these procedures they would not be protected.

Can people please provide information about their facility policy and
associated references supporting it?

Kind Regards,

Fiona De Sousa

Infection Prevention & Control Coordinator

Sydney Adventist Hospital

Fiona.Desousa@sah.org.au

185 Fox Valley Road, Wahroonga, NSW, 2076

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