Neuroleptanalgesia in upper alimentary endoscopy.
Droperidol and fentanyl have been used with diazepam in 250 peroral endoscopies because of dissatisfaction with standard methods of sedation. Excellant analgesia has been achieved and complications have been negligible. The technique does not require the presence of an anaesthetist.
D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D000368:Aged; D003975:Diazepam; D004329:Droperidol / Q000009:adverse effects; D005283:Fentanyl / Q000009:adverse effects; D005336:Fiber Optic Technology; D005773:Gastroscopy; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009458:Neuroleptanalgesia; D011229:Preanesthetic Medication
D004329:Droperidol; D003975:Diazepam; D005283:Fentanyl