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Endoscopes
Flexible Colonoscope
A long flexible endoscope with multiple internal lumens used to examine the colon.
🩺 Common Uses
Diagnostic/therapeutic colon examination.
♨️ Sterilization Method
NOT steam-sterilized. Manual cleaning + high-level disinfection (HLD) or low-temperature sterilization per IFU; leak test first.
🧱 Material
Polymer sheath, internal channels, fiber optics.
📋 Handling & Processing Notes
Perform a leak test before reprocessing. Meticulously brush and flush every channel within the IFU time window; never autoclave.
💡 Always defer to the device manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU) for validated cleaning and sterilization parameters — they take precedence over general guidance.