Title: Diagnostic esophagogastroduodenoscopy performed using a novel sterile single-use disposable endoscope
Abstract: Growth of biofilm in the channels of endoscopes is common [1]. Damage to the channels, followed by formation of biofilm, may occur during both endoscopic procedures and the cleaning process. Biofilm is difficult to remove, and microbial contamination increases with the age of the endoscope [2]. The quality of reprocessing of endoscopes is believed to be associated with the contamination rate [3]. These aspects are not relevant for single-use endoscopes.