Transmission of Salmonella enteritidis after endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography because of inadequate endoscope decontamination

Publication date: Available online 4 January 2017
Source:American Journal of Infection Control
Author(s): Paul Robertson, Andrew Smith, Margaret Anderson, Jackie Stewart, Kate Hamilton, Sandra McNamee, Evonne T. Curran
We report a historic nosocomial outbreak of Salmonella enteritidis affecting 4 inpatients who underwent endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography. The cause was attributed to inadequate decontamination of an on-loan endoscope used over a weekend. This report highlights the risks of using on-loan endoscopes, particularly regarding their commissioning and adherence to disinfection protocols. In an era of increasing antibiotic resistance, transmission of Enterobacteriaceae by endoscopes remains a significant concern.



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