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Methods

Using Current Procedural Terminology codes, we conducted a single-center retrospective chart review of all patients presenting with acute FBI between 2010 and 2018. Data on demographics, comorbidities, endoscopic details and sedation practices were collected. Complications recognized during the procedure were considered early whereas patients presenting with a procedure-related complication within two weeks of the index event were considered delayed complications. Chi-square analysis was used to compare groups based on sedation type. Results were considered statistically significant at p< 0.05.

Results

Among the 376 encounters analyzed, 174 encounters (46.3%) were performed under CS, 84 encounters (22.3%) under MAC and the rest (31.4%) under GA. The median age of the subjects was 53 years old, with 70.5% being male. A total of 49 subjects (13.0%) had severe comorbidities and …