Digestive diseases and sciences
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Nonanesthesiologist-administered propofol versus midazolam and propofol, titrated to moderate sedation, for colonoscopy: a randomized controlled trial.
Nonanesthesiologist-administered propofol (NAAP) is controversial due to deep sedation concerns. ⋯ Moderate sedation was feasible with both NAAP regimens. Drug synergy in the midazolam plus propofol sedation regimen promotes a deeper and longer moderate sedation, improving patient satisfaction rates but prolonging early recovery time (Clinical Trials gov NCT01428882).