Results of duodenoscope culture and quarantine after manufacturer-recommended cleaning process.

Background And Aims: Outbreaks of infections transmitted by duodenoscopes have prompted changes to duodenoscope cleaning protocols. However, little is known about effectiveness of clinical cleaning practices. We present culture data after duodenoscope manufacturer-recommended high-level disinfection (HLD) and quarantine.

Simulated Crisis in Obstetric Anesthesia: Design and Evaluation of a Distance Education Presentation.

Patient simulators are useful tools for training residents and all levels of medical personnel. Simulator usefulness, in small group sessions, is limited by the costs of training large numbers of people. We present an interrupted methodology designed to involve a large group at a location remote from the simulator.