Did you know that most damage to endoscope isn’t because of wear and tear but improper handling and storage? Here is a look at the right way of handling an endoscope:
Left hand holds the control section with the right hand controlling the insertion tip. Be aware of kinking of the upper end of the umbilical cord. Also, watch your distance from the table with the extra length of the insertion tube-too much "bend" could damage internal channels. When extracting endoscope from the oral cavity, keep your hand on the insertion tip and away from sharp teeth and endoscope banging on table end. Avoid twisting the insertion tip only, referred to as "torqueing" –when maneuvering, move the whole endoscope as one unit.