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From good to great: How to perform a high-quality upper endoscopy

20 min · 17. jan. 2026
episode From good to great: How to perform a high-quality upper endoscopy cover

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The detailed discussion covers all aspects of the upper endoscopy procedure, answering questions including… * 02:55 - What are the latest recommendations for fasting prior to the exam? * 03:54 - What mucolytic should you be using – how much and how is it administered? * 06:10 - What is the recommended duration for an upper endoscopy exam? * 07:28 - Which endoscopic images should you be capturing? * 09:41 - How do you create a high-quality endoscopy report? * 14:40 - How do you assess the patient experience? * 16:08 - Are high-definition endoscopes a necessity? * 18:28 - And finally, how does Dr Areia spend his time outside of the endoscopy suite?

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