Digestive endoscopy : official journal of the Japan Gastroenterological Endoscopy Society
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Meta Analysis
Propofol versus traditional sedative agents for advanced endoscopic procedures: a meta-analysis.
The optimum method for sedation for advanced endoscopic procedures is not known. Propofol deep sedation has a faster recovery time than traditional sedative agents, but may be associated with increased complication rates. The aim of the present study was to pool data from all available studies to systematically compare the efficacy and safety of propofol with traditional sedative agents for advanced endoscopic procedures. ⋯ Propofol for advanced endoscopic procedures is associated with shorter recovery time, better sedation and amnesia level without an increased risk of cardiopulmonary complications. Overall patient cooperation was also improved with propofol sedation.