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Adhering to the following preparation instructions is crucial for the successful completion and your safety during the endoscopy procedure:
1. Fasting Status: You must completely cease solid and liquid food intake at least eight (8) hours before the endoscopy procedure. It is essential that your stomach is empty for the procedure to be performed clearly.
2. Medication Use: Inform your gastroenterology specialist about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you regularly use. Especially blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) may need to be discontinued several days before the procedure, under medical supervision and guidance. Discontinuation or dosage adjustment of such medications should never be done without a doctor's advice.
3. Chronic Diseases: Patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure must inform their doctor about their current status. Your specialist doctor will provide additional instructions tailored to your specific condition.
4. Sedation and Escort: Sedation will be administered to ensure your comfort during the procedure and prevent any pain or discomfort. Due to the effects of sedation, your reflexes and attention level may be affected after the procedure. Therefore, it is mandatory to have an escort available to accompany you home and be with you for the first few hours after the procedure. Also, remember that you must not drive after sedation.
What Should Be Considered Before an Endoscopy?
1. Fasting Status: You must completely cease solid and liquid food intake at least eight (8) hours before the endoscopy procedure. It is essential that your stomach is empty for the procedure to be performed clearly.
2. Medication Use: Inform your gastroenterology specialist about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you regularly use. Especially blood-thinning medications (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) may need to be discontinued several days before the procedure, under medical supervision and guidance. Discontinuation or dosage adjustment of such medications should never be done without a doctor's advice.
3. Chronic Diseases: Patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, or high blood pressure must inform their doctor about their current status. Your specialist doctor will provide additional instructions tailored to your specific condition.
4. Sedation and Escort: Sedation will be administered to ensure your comfort during the procedure and prevent any pain or discomfort. Due to the effects of sedation, your reflexes and attention level may be affected after the procedure. Therefore, it is mandatory to have an escort available to accompany you home and be with you for the first few hours after the procedure. Also, remember that you must not drive after sedation.