How do I prepare for a upper endoscopy (esophagogastroduodenoscopy, EGD exam)?
You need three things to prepare for a upper endoscopy examination: – An appointment for the examination. – An empty stomach. You must be fasting for 6 hours prior. No food or drink. – A driver to take you home since you will not be able to drive until the following morning. We ask that your driver come with you and plan to stay the entire time you are here which averages about 1 1/2 hours. – For more information, check out this link on our website.
