Capnography During ERCP

Capnography as an Adjunct to Standard Monitoring During Midazolam and Propofol Sedation for ERCP

In the study the value of capnography for avoiding complications during sedation for ERCP is evaluated.

In this randomized controlled trial the utility of capnography gets evaluated. Hypoxemia may occur during sedation with midazolam and propofol. Whether hypoxemia may be prevented by an additional capnographic monitoring is subject of the study.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age>=18
• Scheduled for colonoscopy with midazolam and propofol sedation

Exclusion Criteria:

• No informed consent
• ASA V
• Pregnancy
• Prexisting hypotension, bradycardia or hypoxemia