A comparison of propofol and midazolam/meperidine sedation in upper gastrointestinal endoscopy.

Abstract

Propofol may be preferred to midazolam/meperidine sedation, with a shorter awake and hospital discharge time and better patient and endoscopist satisfaction. However, hypotension risk should be considered with propofol, and careful evaluation is needed, particularly in cardiopulmonary disorders.