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Usually for endoscpy they will use conscious sedation. That entails a peripheral IV, a small amount of sedative (ie versed) and some hurricane spray down the throat (maybe).
Its a routine procedure that can be diagnostic but also interventional if they found bleeding. They can also dilate any stricures found.
A risk is perferation (poking a hole) of the esophagus. That would mean a trip to OR. This will all be in the consent that is mandatory for you to sign.
Most people Ive spoken to post procedure dont remember a thing-
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