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Disposable vs reusable scopes: which is better for patients and the planet?

NCT ID NCT07014033

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether using disposable, single-use endoscopes is better or worse than reusable ones for gut exams. Researchers considered infection risk, cost to the NHS, and environmental impact. 39 patients and staff took part in interviews to help decision-makers choose the best option.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Participants

39 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2024

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Patients who have attended or are scheduled to attend the endoscopy clinic at selected hospital sites. Staff who work in the endoscopy pathway: doctors/nurses, decontamination technicians etc.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Patients * Over the age of 18 * Patient has been invited to an NHS endoscopic clinic to undertake an upper GI endoscope procedure, including diagnostic endoscopies and the less complex therapeutic endoscopy. * Patient is able to read and understand information provided * Patient has capacity to provide consent * Patient is able to participate in an interview. Staff * Over the age of 18 * Employed by the NHS * Working in relevant endoscopy unit - primary work involves the conduct of endoscopy and/or waste disposal services (decontamination or disposal). Exclusion Criteria: * Patient has received a lower GI endoscopy, e.g. colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy * Non-NHS service providers and receivers. (e.g., private diagnostic clinics)

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Endoscopy, gastrointestinal

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

    Coventry, CV2 2DX, United Kingdom

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