Gastroenterology - Gastroscopy aftercare following sedation

Please do not drive your car, operate any machinery, drink any alcohol, or sign any legally binding agreements for 24 hours after your examination.

You may feel that your throat is a little sore. This is nothing to worry about and will pass within 24-48 hours.

If you experience any severe pain in your neck, chest or abdomen, or experience any breathing difficulties, then you should report this to your General Practitioner (this is very rare).

If you vomit any dark or red blood you should go directly to your nearest Accident and Emergency Department (this is very rare).

If you have any other type of problems after the procedure, please contact:

GI Unit
Tel 0161 206 5959 (8.30am – 5.00pm)

After 5.00pm and weekends
Majors Area, Emergency Dept
Tel 0161 206 4848
Ask to speak to the doctor or the advanced nurse practitioner.

Details of the results and any necessary treatment should be discussed with your General Practitioner, who will have been sent a copy of your report immediately following your procedure.

Please allow 4 working days for post to be delivered before contacting your GP.

Biopsy results may take up to 14 days to arrive at your GP’s.