Targeted intervention to achieve waste reduction in gastrointestinal endoscopy

ObjectiveEndoscopy is healthcare’s third largest generator of medical waste in hospitals. This prospective study aimed to measure a single unit’s waste carbon footprint and perform a pioneer intervention towards a more sustainable endoscopy practice. The relation of regulated medical waste (RMW; mat...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Gut 2023-02, Vol.72 (2), p.306-313
Hauptverfasser:	Cunha Neves, João A, Roseira, Joana, Queirós, Patrícia, Sousa, Helena Tavares, Pellino, Gianluca, Cunha, Miguel F
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Body fluids Carbon dioxide Carbon footprint Colonoscopy Endoscopy Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal Environmental impact Hospitals Humans Landfill Medical Waste - prevention & control Medical wastes Nursing Prospective Studies Recycling Registration Seminars Waste Disposal Facilities
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