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Delayed Emergence From Anesthesia After Esophagogastroduodenoscopy/Colonoscopy in an Adult Patient With Narcolepsy
Abdelrhman Refaey1, Ahmed Ebeid1, Adam Jacob1
1Division of Gastroenterology and Liver Disease, Department of Medicine, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, DC.
Patients with narcolepsy may experience prolonged sedation after propofol anesthesia during endoscopic procedures. Thorough preoperative screening for sleep disorders is crucial to prevent delayed emergence and ensure patient safety.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology
- Neurology
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Propofol is widely used for sedation in endoscopic procedures like esophagogastroduodenoscopy and colonoscopy due to its favorable pharmacokinetic profile.
- Delayed emergence from propofol anesthesia is an uncommon but significant complication.
- Neurological disorders, such as narcolepsy, may influence anesthetic sensitivity and recovery.
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