Gastroscopy without Sedation - Patient Discharge Information

Endoscopy Department

• Author ID:           NP/SP
• Leaflet Ref:         End 014
• Version:              5
• Leaflet title:        Gastroscopy without sedation (Patient Discharge Information)
• Last review:       July 2025
• Expiry Date:       July 2027

Patient Discharge Information for Gastroscopy Procedure without Sedation

After your gastroscopy procedure without sedation, you can eat and drink normally 1 hour after the throat spray. It is not unusual to experience some wind and mild cramps after the procedure.

If you experience any of the following, please contact us immediately:

• Severe abdominal or chest pains
• Develop chills or a fever
• Persistent vomiting
• Difficulty breathing

Contact Details:

• Working hours (8:00 am to 5:00 pm) – Endoscopy Unit: 01942 264236
• Out of working hours (5:00 pm to 8:00 am) - Shevington Ward: 01942 822597
• In case of difficulty - Accident and Emergency: 01942 822441

Follow-up Care

• You have been discharged back to GP care. 
• You will be sent an appointment for Mr / Dr ......................................... in the post. 
• You will receive appointments for further investigations
• You will require another procedure in ...............................................................