Use of N-acetylcysteine plus simethicone to improve mucosal visibility during upper GI endoscopy: a double-blind, randomized controlled trial
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Background and aim: Upper GI endoscopy (UGE) is essential for the diagnosis of gastrointestinal diseases. Mucus and bubbles may decrease mucosal visibility. The use of mucolytics could improve visuali...
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Monrroy H, Vargas JI, Glasinovic E, Candia R, Azúa E, Gálvez C, Rojas C, Cabrera N, Vidaurre J, Álvarez N, González J, Espino A, González R, Parra-Blanco A. Use of N-acetylcysteine plus simethicone to improve mucosal visibility during upper GI endoscopy: a double-blind, randomized controlled trial. Gastrointest Endosc. 2018 Apr;87(4):986-993. doi: 10.1016/j.gie.2017.10.005
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Acetylcysteine / administration & dosage , Antifoaming Agents / administration & dosage , Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / methods , Expectorants / administration & dosage , Gastric Mucosa / diagnostic imaging , Simethicone / administration & dosage , Simethicone , Stomach Diseases / diagnostic imaging , Water / administration & dosage , Double-Blind Method , Aged, 80 and over
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