Anesthesiologist Questions Anesthesiologist

Is gastroscopy done under general anesthesia?

I am a 39 year old female. I want to know if gastroscopy is done under general anesthesia?

2 Answers

AnesthesiologistAnesthesiologist
Gastroscopy usually requires the administration of deep sedation by an anesthesiologist. Some providers consider this general anesthesia because patients do not respond to the stimulating procedure.
Usually, it is.

From Christopher Creighton