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Gastroscopy - Morning of the Examination

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The duodenum and stomach must be empty during gastroscopy so that the physician's view is not blocked by particles of food. If the test is scheduled in the morning, one must not eat or drink anything after
midnight the night before the test. If the test is scheduled in the afternoon, the patient is placed on a liquid diet - such as juice, coffee, tea, or broth - for breakfast. Then begin fasting. The patient should not eat or drink anything for at least 6 hours before the exam.

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Posted by:  wesg1999(Guest)  Posted on: 01/13/2011
what site do i need to visit concerning rubber band placed oround blood vessells inthe esophagus



Posted by:  SMitchem22(Guest)  Posted on: 03/27/2009
No freakin way! Im not getting that done, it sounds painful!


Posted by:  guest  Posted on: 11/26/2009
Well i jst found out i have to go for one on the 18th Dec 2009. I am realy dreading it. Will let you know how it went :[




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