In order for detailed and adequate imaging to be performed, the stomach must be empty and clean.
Therefore, appropriate preparation must be made. In case of inadequate preparation, care must be taken as sad consequences may occur when stomach contents leak into the trachea.
Blood thinners (aspirin, coumadin, clexan, etc.). Patients who use drugs should inform their doctor before the gastroscopy procedure, as they may cause serious
bleeding during the procedure.
If there is a known drug allergy, this should be reported before the gastroscopy procedure.
Patients with systemic co-morbidities and infectious diseases should inform their doctors about this situation before the gastroscopy procedure, as it may cause distress
during the procedure
Patients who have rheumatic heart valve disease, previous inflammation of the pericardium (endocarditis) or heart valve replacement
Patients who have undergone surgery should inform their doctor about this condition before gastroscopy
Patients who have a pacemaker (peacemaker) due to heart disease. If present, this situation should be reported to their doctor
before the gastroscopy procedure.
You should not eat or drink anything for 8 hours before the examination time
Before starting this examination, you will be given information about the consent form and you will be asked to sign the "CONSENT FORM"
.
When you arrive on the day of the procedure, you must have a relative with you.
If you have dentures, they should be removed before entering the examination room. You must leave your metal jewelry outside
.
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