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  • Title: Quality Assurance in the Endoscopy Suite: Sedation and Monitoring.
    Author: Harris ZP, Liu J, Saltzman JR.
    Journal: Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am; 2016 Jul; 26(3):553-62. PubMed ID: 27372777.
    Abstract:
    Recent development and expansion of endoscopy units has necessitated similar progress in the quality assurance of procedure sedation and monitoring. The large number of endoscopic procedures performed annually underlies the need for standardized quality initiatives focused on mitigating patient risk before, during, and immediately after endoscopic sedation, as well as improving procedure outcomes and patient satisfaction. Specific standards are needed for newer sedation modalities, including propofol administration. This article reviews the current guidelines and literature concerning quality assurance and endoscopic procedure sedation.
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