What sedation is used for endoscopy UK?

The medication we use is called Midazolam and is given as an injection via an intravenous catheter (IV); it is not intended to make you go to sleep like a general anaesthetic. Sedation can provide you with a more comfortable experience throughout your stay in endoscopy, especially if you are anxious.

What level of sedation is used for endoscopy?

Typically, diagnostic and uncomplicated therapeutic upper endoscopy and colonoscopy are successfully performed with moderate sedation.

Is it best to be sedated for an endoscopy?

If the doctor performing the endoscopy feels that you may become particularly stressed, they may recommend strongly that you have sedation to make the procedure more comfortable.

Are you put to sleep for an endoscopy?

All endoscopic procedures involve some degree of sedation, which relaxes you and subdues your gag reflex. Being sedated during the procedure will put you into a moderate to deep sleep, so you will not feel any discomfort when the endoscope is inserted through the mouth and into the stomach.

What are the different types of endoscopy sedation?

Sedative and Anaesthetic Agents Used in Endoscopy Anxiolytic (reduces anxiety) Amnestic (reduces memory of the procedure) Analgesic (takes away pain) Rapid onset of action Predictable sedative effects, in proportion to the dose Safe over a wide range of doses Water soluble and free of pain or irritation on injection Rapid recovery with no hangover

Do you have to have sedation to have an endoscopy?

Safe and effective sedation has been a major factor in the development of therapeutic endoscopy. However, not all patients require sedation for endoscopic procedures. Some patients are quite comfortable with no sedation, or only minimal sedation, depending on the type and duration of the procedure.

Will I Be Sedated for an endoscopy?

Sedation is very safe for most people having an endoscopy. Complications associated with sedation are rare occuring in less than one in every 10,000 people. The most common complications involve a temporary decrease in the rate of breathing or heart rate.

What should I expect in an endoscopy?

An endoscopy is a fairly common procedure that rarely causes any complications. You will be sedated during the procedure, so you can expect to feel the effects of the medication wearing off. The rest of the day following the endoscopy should be spent at home in recovery. Common symptoms of an endoscopy include sore throat, cramping, and bloating.