Due to sedation it is vital that you follow these guidelines for 24 hours post procedure:
- Do not drive
- Do not attend work
- Do not operate any machinery
- Do not drink any alcohol
- Do not sign any legally binding documents
- Do not care for any dependants
- You must have a responsible adult with you for 24 hours
Following your EUS you may experience some mild post procedure complications:
- Sore throat (this can last for 48 hours)
- Mild abdominal discomfort
- Nausea
- Vomiting
These symptoms may be relieved by taking ginger or peppermint tea/juice. Using a hot water bottle, taking paracetamol and/or lozenges (if required). Please take all medication as directed on packs.
More severe complications are:
- Persistent/increasing abdominal pain
- Respiratory difficulties
- Failure to pass wind
- Temperature above 38 Degrees
- Vomiting blood
- Severe chest/neck pain
- Difficulty swallowing
These symptoms are rare, therefore will need URGENT medical attention.
You have to remain NBM (no fluids or food) until the time given by the discharging nurse. This is due to the local anaesthetic given prior procedure.
NBM until:
If you have not received a follow up appointment 2-4 weeks after your procedure, it is important that you contact Dr. Abbasi’s secretary on 0161 778 2639.
Contact Details
Endoscopy Unit - Royal Oldham Hospital
Telephone 0161 778 5563 (Monday - Friday 8am - 6pm
Accident and Emergency – Royal Oldham Hospital
Telephone 0161 623 8933
NHS Direct – 111 (24 Hours)
Date of Review: March 2023
Date of Next Review: March 2025
Ref No: PI_SU_1077 (Oldham)