The facility reported they had been using their automated endoscope reprocessor without water filters.This could potentially lead to the introduction of microorganisms and particles to the endoscope during reprocessing and recontamination during rinsing.Therefore, there is potential for patient infection.Medivators tech service advised the facility to install the appropriate filtration system.The facility has since ordered filters assemblies, filters, and hoses.Medivators tech service followed up with the facility to advise them on use and maintenance of filters in their aer.To date, there have been no reports of patient illness.This complaint will continue to be monitored in the medivators complaint handling system.
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