Anesthesia Options for Endoscopy: What You Need to Know
What kind of anesthesia is used for an endoscopy? A medication called propofol is typically used. At very high doses, it can achieve “”general anesthesia”” as used in surgeries. Deep sedation requires closer patient monitoring during endoscopy. In many places, its use requires anesthesia personnel and may involve additional patient costs through insurance. Read more … Read more