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ASC Study Finds Colonoscopy Patients Prefer Propofol
The trial measured primary outcomes of patient satisfaction and procedure complications
BY SAHELY MUKERJI | OCTOBER 2017
Results of a clinical trial conducted at an Ohio ASC show that patients prefer propofol over a combination of fentanyl/midazolam as their anesthetic for outpatient colonoscopies. From a patient and provider perspective, the researchers conclude, propofol appears to be superior to fentanyl/midazolam for outpatient colonoscopy.