Su1027 SX-ELLA DANIS STENT FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF REFRACTORY VARICEAL BLEEDING IN CHRONIC LIVER DISEASE: A MULTI-CENTER AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND EXPERIENCE

Abstract

the IV deprived group (20 min) vs IV administered group (16 min). The IV rescue group had the longest procedure time at 28 min. Drug delivery was more efficient and convenient in pts who were administered IV fluids. Conclusions: Routine administration of IV fluids does not reduce the incidence of hypotension or other complications during endoscopic procedures. On demand IV fluids can safely and quickly correct any hemodynamic abnormalities without any adverse outcomes. Universally giving IV fluids to all pts undergoing endoscopic procedures under moderate sedation may not be necessary. Even though no risk factors predicted hypotensive episodes, one should decide on the value of administering empiric IV fluids based on clinical judgement.