• Are you put to sleep for a colonoscopy procedure?

I will have a colonoscopy. I am afraid. Are you put to sleep for a colonoscopy procedure?

3 Answers

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Parkland, Florida

No

  • Colon & Rectal Surgeon
  • Rockville, MD

You are given sedation and will not be aware of the procedure.

  • Gastroenterologist
  • LAS VEGAS, NV

Yes, it is standard to receive IV sedation for a colonoscopy.

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