What Can I Expect During an EGD?

Before your scheduled endoscopy procedure, a surgical nurse from CCMH will call you to give you detailed instruction on how to prepare and what you should expect.

• You should not take any aspirin or blood thinners for 3 days prior to
  the procedure.
• An upper GI endoscopy usually takes 20 to 30 minutes to complete.
• If you wear dentures, you will be asked to remove them.
• You will also be given pain medication and a minor sedative for additional
  comfort.
• Your throat may be sprayed with a local anesthetic to help numb the area.
• When the scope is inserted, you may feel pressure inside your throat.
• You will be able to breathe on your own throughout the procedure. It’s
  recommended that you take slow, deep breaths through your nose.
• When the exam in completed, the scope will slowly be removed from your body.
• After the procedure, you will spend an appropriate amount of time in the recovery room area.
• You will need to have someone else drive you home.
• You may experience a sore throat and some bloating or cramping in your stomach.
• You can expect to return to normal activities the next day.
• You can expect to have ongoing excellent care provided to you before, during and after the procedure from your CCMH surgeon and staff.