• How long does anesthesia last after endoscopy?

I am a 33 year old female. I want to know how long does anesthesia last after an endoscopy?

2 Answers

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Dayton, OH

It depends on type and duration of procedure most of endoscopies are done with sedation and patient is pretty responsive within 30 minutes of procedure and go home in 1-2 hours after procedure.

  • Anesthesiologist
  • Manati, Puerto Rico

About 2 hours. But you can't drive or sign any legal papers within 24 hours.

Copyrights © 2021 by TODAY'S NURSE. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy