On the day of your procedure the appointment time given is the time you must arrive at the endoscopy unit; this is not the time you should expect to have your procedure. Endoscopy procedures vary in…
You will be required to fast for this procedure, You should not eat or drink anything from 9am on the day of your test if it is scheduled for the afternoon and you should not eat or drink anything…
The test needs to be done under sedation - a ‘cannula’ (plastic needle) will be inserted into your hand or arm to give you a sedative; this will make you feel comfortable and relaxed. Following…
Following your procedure, you will be taken to the recovery area and discharged from the department the same day. You will be required to stay in the recovery area for 1 hours post procedure. You…
What is a Transnasal Endoscopy (TNE)
A Trans-Nasal Endoscopy is a procedure where a thin flexible tube is passed down through the nose then down over the back of the tongue to examine the gullet…
You will be required to fast for this procedure, you MUST NOT EAT OR DRINK FOR 6 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME. Failure to do this may result in cancellation on the day.
On admission the…
Local anaesthetic spray
This procedure is performed by a using a spray to numb the nasal passage and the throat. You will usually be able to leave the unit straight away on your own and continue…
After the procedure has finished you will be discharged from the room.
The endoscopy nurses will provide you with a copy of your report and discharge advice before you leave. This will include…
If the oesophagus (gullet) gets narrowed, you may find swallowing food and fluids becomes difficult. The oesophageal stent is a metal, mesh-like tube that can be placed at the site of the…
You will be required to fast for this procedure, you MUST NOT EAT OR DRINK FOR 6 HOURS PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME. Failure to do this may result in cancellation on the day.
On admission the…
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