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Gastric lavage poses risks to patient
EDITOR,--J E Charlton comments on the safety of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.1 Gastric lavage is a procedure akin to upper gastrointestinal endoscopy that is invariably performed on an already sedated patient. It is likewise associated with cardiovascular and respiratory compromise2 and should perhaps be undertaken with a similar degree of care and monitoring.Senior registrar in obstetrics and gynaecology Leeds General Infirmary, Leeds LS2 9NS
James B Robins
- Charlton JE. Monitoring and supplemental oxygen during endoscopy. BMJ 1995;310:886-7. (8 April.)
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