Dose & Dispose: The Hidden Cost of Wasted Sedation in Endoscopy
Write-Up PhaseWe are conducting a multicentre, retrospective service evaluation assessing sedation-disposal practices over a two-week period. The primary aim is to quantify the amount of wasted IV sedation agents (midazolam, fentanyl, and buscopan) during endoscopic procedures, with a view to identifying opportunities to reduce waste and improve sustainability. This has been presented as an e-Poster at BSG 2026!
Objectives
- Quantify wasted IV sedation agents across endoscopy units
- Identify opportunities to reduce pharmaceutical waste
- Improve sustainability practices in endoscopy
Timeline
2025 - Ongoing
Network
18 London centres