The Case for Sustainable Endoscopy as a Professional Priority

Haddock, Rosemary; Göpfert, Anya; Hove, Maria van; Stableforth, William

doi:10.1016/j.tige.2021.05.004

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“…The champions are key to ensure changes are communicated, implemented and maintained on units. Haddock et al 11 also support this view by suggesting that appointing a green or sustainability champion from the existing workforce provides an effective method of disseminating good practice and as a point of focus for the generation of new ideas from enthusiastic staff with practical knowledge of implementing change. The Joint Advisory Group (JAG) now has sustainability as part of the accreditation process and having green champions on each unit is also now part of the Global Rating Scale which gives an added incentive to the organisational structure.…”

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Green endoscopy: practical implementation

Donnelly

2022

Frontline Gastroenterol

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Section: Taking Small Stepsmentioning

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Green endoscopy: practical implementation

Donnelly

2022

Frontline Gastroenterol

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“…To a certain extent, this can be explained by the absence of Green Endoscopy Champions in most units, as 82% of respondents admitted to either not having or not knowing what "Green Endoscopy Champion" stands for. Appointing a motivated staff member to take the lead on sustainability projects is an effective method for implementing green endoscopy practices [23]. Applying educational sustainability measures to a real-world scenario achieves regulated medical waste reduction and improves recycling rates without compromising productivity [7].…”

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Perspectives and awareness of endoscopy healthcare professionals on sustainable practices in gastrointestinal endoscopy: results of the LEAFGREEN survey

Cunha Neves,

Rodriguez de Santiago,

Pohl

et al. 2024

Endoscopy

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Background Gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is one of healthcare’s main contributors to climate change. We aimed to assess healthcare professionals’ attitudes and the perceived barriers to implementation of sustainable GI endoscopy. Methods The LEAFGREEN web-based survey was a cross-sectional study conducted by the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE) Green Endoscopy Working Group. The questionnaire comprised 39 questions divided into five sections (respondent demographics; climate change and sustainability beliefs; waste and resource management; single-use endoscopes and accessories; education and research). The survey was available via email to all active members of the ESGE and the European Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Nurses and Associates (ESGENA) in March 2023. Results 407 respondents participated in the survey (11% response rate). Most participants (86%) agreed climate change is real and anthropogenic, but one-third did not consider GI endoscopy to be a significant contributor to climate change. Improvement in the appropriateness of endoscopic procedures (41%) and reduction in single-use accessories (34%) were considered the most important strategies to reduce the environmental impact of GI endoscopy. Respondents deemed lack of institutional support and knowledge from staff to be the main barriers to sustainable endoscopy. Strategies to reduce unnecessary GI endoscopic procedures and comparative studies of single-use versus reusable accessories were identified as research priorities. Conclusions In this survey, ESGE and ESGENA members acknowledge climate change as a major threat to humanity. Further improvement in sustainability beliefs and professional attitudes, reduction in inappropriate GI endoscopy, and rational use of single-use accessories and endoscopes are critically required.

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“…Secondly, sustainable procurement practices are crucial. These encompass efforts to diminish emissions throughout the entire supply chain, emphasizing the importance of selecting eco-friendly products and suppliers who adhere to green standards [36].…”

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“…Exploring less invasive procedures, such as the utilization of Cytosponge, offers eco-friendly alternatives to traditional methods. Materials used in endoscopy procedures can be replaced with compostable or recyclable plastics, diminishing the burden on landfills and encouraging sustainable waste management practices [36].…”

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Current and Future Sustainability Traits of Digestive Endoscopy

Ilias,

Hocopan,

Brata

et al. 2023

Sustainability

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One of the most important parts of medical care is the endoscopy sector, like digestive endoscopy, which has gained extensive importance and is assumably going to increase in the future. We aimed to analyse and synthesize the impact of digestive endoscopy upon the environment and the possible measures that can be taken to minimize the negative effects of endoscopy related to environmental pollution and human health exposure. The means through which digestive endoscopy produces pollution have been analysed, considering the frame and the base of the last stage of a medical or pharmaceutical product. This research suggests a strategy for improving the impact of this sector on the sustainability of the healthcare system based on four pillars comprising the use of eco-friendly substances, materials, and devices, reducing the consumption of water and all possible devices and energy, reusing those components that can be safely reinserted in the endoscopic circuit and recycling everything that is possible. The conclusions highlight that there is a great need to take control of medical practice, admitting the impact that the healthcare system has on global warming and greenhouse gas emissions, acknowledging the limited assets and wealth of the planet, and applying standards and scales of sustainability that can lead to responsible services for patients.

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The Case for Sustainable Endoscopy as a Professional Priority

Cited by 7 publications

References 24 publications

Green endoscopy: practical implementation

Green endoscopy: practical implementation

Perspectives and awareness of endoscopy healthcare professionals on sustainable practices in gastrointestinal endoscopy: results of the LEAFGREEN survey

Current and Future Sustainability Traits of Digestive Endoscopy

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