EGD (Upper Endoscopy) with BRAVO pH Testing Preparation Instructions OFF PPI Medication
This EGD with BRAVO pH testing preparation requires a little organization but is an extremely important part of your procedure. If you do not follow these directions, your procedure may be cancelled.
Checklist to Ensure Proper Preparation
To ensure the proper completion of your EGD preparation, we strongly suggest that you PRINT OUT this document and check off each of the instructions as you complete them. This will greatly help you in following the detailed instructions.
Transportation on the day of your procedure:
- A responsible adult MUST BE PRESENT (18 years or older) with you at check-in before your procedure and MUST BE ABLE to pick you up IMMEDIATELY when you are discharged. You are NOT ALLOWED to drive, take a taxi or bus, or leave the Endoscopy Center alone. If you do not have a responsible driver with you to take you home, your procedure WILL BE CANCELLED.
- Because of the sedation, you are NOT ALLOWED to use a bus, taxi, Uber/Lyft, Access-a-Ride, walk home, etc. alone.