Objective To develop expert consensus on the environment and layout of digestive endoscopy center.The overall layout, area partition and the configuration of medical equipment, protective equipment and fire facilities were designed according to the principle of "definite function, matched quantity, safe specification, reasonable layout". To avoid the risk of infection control and improve operation safety and patient satisfaction.

A compilation team was established to conduct article search on several databases such as China National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI) according to relevant domestic and foreign guidelines and consensus to screen and grade evidence.The preliminary draft of the consensus was completed, and was discussed through two rounds of expert demonstration meetings to carry out adjustment and modification before the consensus was developed.

The consensus suggest the digestive endoscopy center consist six functional area: appointment waiting area, diagnosis and treatment area, cleaning and disinfection area, resuscitation area, office and public living area and medical auxiliary area. The contents cover the layout and environmental requirements and standards of the relevant functional areas of the digestive endoscopy center, as well as how to do a good job in the relevant medical care of the digestive endoscopy center.

The consensus item is simple, clear and easy to implement. The new content can complement and improve the existing norms and standards to a certain extent. It can provide reference standards for new, rebuilt and expanded endoscopic diagnosis and treatment centers and guide clinical practice.