Your doctor will review with
you why a gastroscopy is being performed, whether any alternative tests are
available, and possible complications from the procedure. Practices may vary
among doctors but you will have your throat sprayed with a local anaesthetic
before the test begins and will be given medication through a vein to help you
relax during the test. While you are in a comfortable position on your left
side, the endoscope is passed through your mouth and then in turn through the
oesophagus, stomach and duodenum. The endoscope does not interfere with your
breathing during the test. Most patients consider the test to be only slightly
uncomfortable. Many patients fall asleep during the procedure.
WHAT
HAPPENS AFTER THE GASTROSCOPY?
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