Gastrointestinal endoscopy
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Gastrointest. Endosc. · May 2008
Review Meta AnalysisA systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized, controlled trials of moderate sedation for routine endoscopic procedures.
Numerous agents are available for moderate sedation in endoscopy. ⋯ Moderate sedation provides a high level of physician and patient satisfaction and a low risk of serious adverse events with all currently available agents. Midazolam-based regimens have longer sedation and recovery times than does propofol.