Infection control issues in the gastrointestinal endoscopy unit.

The gastroenterology nurse is an integral member of the patient care team with a wide range of responsibilities combining the role of patient care manager with technical responsibilities for the use of complex equipment. With the increase in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy has come a keener awareness of what constitutes proper cleaning and disinfecting of endoscopes and endoscopic accessories as well as general aspects of infection control.