Related Experiment Videos
Propofol sedation for endoscopic procedures in children.
Y Elitsur1, P Blankenship, Z Lawrence
1Dept of Pediatrics, Marshall University, School of Medicine, Huntington, West Virginia 25701-0195, USA. elitsur@marshall.edu
Endoscopy
|November 9, 2000
Summary
Propofol sedation is safe and effective for pediatric gastrointestinal endoscopy. This study found it well-tolerated, with most children experiencing post-procedure amnesia, making it a suitable option for anxious young patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Anesthesiology
- Sedation Management
Background:
- Propofol is widely used for pediatric procedural sedation.
- Data on propofol for pediatric gastrointestinal endoscopy is limited.
- This study evaluates propofol use in this specific pediatric population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the safety and efficacy of propofol sedation for pediatric gastrointestinal endoscopic procedures.
- To evaluate patient outcomes and experiences with propofol sedation.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective chart review of children undergoing endoscopic procedures with propofol sedation.
- Data collected included demographics, monitoring, and drug dosages.
- Sedation efficacy was assessed via patient questionnaires.
Main Results:
- 104 children underwent 107 procedures with propofol (alone or combined with midazolam/fentanyl).
- All procedures were completed with only one significant complication.
- High patient satisfaction and post-procedure amnesia were reported.
Conclusions:
- Propofol sedation is a safe and acceptable option for pediatric gastrointestinal endoscopy.
- Consider propofol for young, anxious children undergoing these procedures.