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Cutting waste in endoscopy: a multicentre observational study in the German healthcare system

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By Lukas Welsch, Mireen Friedrich-Rust, Andrea Tal, Norbert Haider
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Abstract Background Endoscopic procedures are a notable source of medical waste, contributing significantly to environmental pollution. Prior studies report 0.5–3.0 kg of waste per procedure—compared with just 1.2 kg of household waste generated per person per day in Germany. Objective To quantify endoscopic waste in hospitals and outpatient settings, assess its impact on the healthcare system and identify strategies for reduction.
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