GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY

This study tested a simple checklist called the BBCMADE nomogram to predict whether patients have high-risk stomach contents before a sedated endoscopy. Researchers compared the tool's predictions to actual measurements taken during the procedure in 533 adults. If accurate, this …

This study tested whether a mild electrical stimulation at specific acupoints (TEAS) helps people with cirrhosis tolerate an urgent endoscopy for suspected variceal bleeding. 180 patients were split into three groups: active TEAS, sham TEAS (electrodes but no current), or standar…

This study compared two painkillers—oliceridine and sufentanil—given alongside propofol sedation during gastrointestinal endoscopy. The goal was to see if oliceridine causes fewer episodes of low blood oxygen (hypoxemia) than the standard drug. Over 500 adults participated, and r…

This study tested whether using a virtual reality headset before a gastrointestinal endoscopy could help children aged 6 to 15 feel less anxious and have less pain afterward. Sixty-six children were split into two groups: one got standard care, the other got a short VR session wi…

This study looked at whether a mix of two sedatives, remimazolam and propofol, works well and safely for people having a gastrointestinal endoscopy (a scope procedure). Researchers watched 29 adults during their procedure to see if the sedation was effective and how quickly they …

This study looked at 222 adults having a sedated gastroscopy to see if a high-flow oxygen device called THRIVE prevents low oxygen levels better than a standard nasal cannula. The oxygen method was chosen by the doctor, not randomly assigned. The main goal was to see how many pat…