9 episodes
Patient Safety in Endoscopy – the Podcast PENTAX
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- Health & Fitness
Patient safety in endoscopy must be approached from a holistic perspective, through solutions which increase detection rates of abnormalities, increase confidence in the safety of the reprocessing outcome, and control the risk of infection and cross-contamination. These are the central topics for Patient Safety in Endoscopy – The Podcast. By bringing expert opinions to the table, we will explore patient safety and infection prevention, discussing what can further be done to improve the endoscopic field. Sparked your interest? Tune in to learn more!
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Imprint:
PENTAX Europe GmbH, Julius-Vosseler-Str. 104, 22527 Hamburg, Germany
https://www.pentaxmedical.com/ | info.emea@pentaxmedical.com
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#9: C2 CryoBalloon™ Ablation for Barrett’s Neoplasia
In this episode, C2 CryoBalloon™ ablation takes center-stage as a highly effective [1] and minimally invasive technique for the treatment of Barrett’s Neoplasia. Our two experts, Prof. Dr. Bas Weusten and Prof. Dr. Torsten Beyna discuss how C2 CryoBalloon™ ablation works, the advantages compared to other ablation techniques options, current research, and potential applications in the future.
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Our experts:
Prof. Dr. Bas Weusten is professor of gastrointestinal endoscopy at Utrecht University and gastroenterologist at the Antonius Hospital and UMC Utrecht
Prof. Dr. Torsten Beyna is head of the department of gastroenterology and interventional endoscopy at the ‘Evangelisches Krankenhaus’ Düsseldorf
This podcast re-purposes an episode originally published on the Best Barrett Talks channel by BEST Academia: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5s4qV1OLUY07djzBPMzTkI?si=f1BqFD3rTaCUKpCT2kJcgA&nd=1&dlsi=5733ec08cc8742b4
1 Frederiks, C.H. et al. (2021), doi: 10.1016/j.giec.2020.09.005 -
#8: Minimizing the risk of infection in reprocessing with Ulrike Beilenhoff & Prof. dr. Marco Bruno
In episode #8 we are joined by Ulrike Beilenhoff (ESGENA Scientific Secretary) and Prof. dr. Marco Bruno (Head of the Department of Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Erasmus Medical Center). Our two experts reflect on minimizing the risk of infection in endoscope reprocessing, touching on pivotal topics such as the role of manual bedside cleaning, the risk of biofilm formation, how to trace a potential infection and the importance of training.
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#7: How to become sustainable in endoscopy with Prof. Sebastian, Prof. Pohl & Prof. Bisschops
In episode #7, we dive into how the environmental impact of endoscopy can be mitigated. Prof. Shaji Sebastian (Consultant Gastroenterologist at IBD Unit, Hull University Teaching Hospitals), Prof. Heiko Pohl (Gastroenterologist at Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine and Veterans Affairs Medical Centre) and Prof. Raf Bisschops (Gastroenterologist at UZ Leuven) discuss the future of green endoscopy in this exciting new episode. The conversation ranges from the topic of single-use endoscopes, to minimizing waste production and reaching net zero in endoscopy. Listen now to learn more and follow us for future episodes!
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#6: Reducing the environmental footprint of gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy
In episode #6 we deep dive into sustainability, taking a closer look at ESGE and ESGENA’s position statement about reducing the ecological footprint of GI endoscopy. Enrique Rodríguez de Santiago (Medical specialist in Digestive System, Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal) and Harald Huber (Global VP for Product and Category Management at PENTAX Medical) exchange on what the industry and the academia can do together, during this important conversation.
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#5: Endoscopy in 2023: where are we heading?
In episode #5 we reflect on yet another year in endoscopy and look forward to where we are heading in 2023. Paul Caesar (Head of hygiene, Infection Control and Reprocessing at PENTAX Medical EMEA) and Ulrike Beilenhoff (ESGENA Scientific Secretary) share their insights on innovations and opportunities that already shaped and will contribute to further improve patient safety and infection prevention in endoscopy.
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#4: Striking a balance between hygiene and sustainability
In episode #4 we talk about how healthcare professionals can best balance hygiene and sustainability in endoscopy. Harald Huber (Global Vice President at PENTAX Medical) and Prof. Sebastian (IBD Service Lead at Hull University Teaching Hospitals, United Kingdom) exchange their views on how the industry can be part of the solution when it comes to sustainability challenges.