Sugar before surgery? new trial tests carb drink to protect kids from insulin spike
NCT ID NCT07545538
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether giving children a sugary drink one hour before elective surgery can prevent insulin resistance afterward. Fifty children will be randomly assigned to receive either a carbohydrate drink or plain water. The goal is to see if this simple step can help their bodies handle sugar better after surgery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Carbohydrate loading (a sugary drink given before surgery)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple way to reduce post-surgery insulin resistance in children, potentially improving recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 children. The effect may be small or not apply to all surgeries. There is a risk of aspiration or stomach upset from the drink.
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Locations
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Sardjito General Hospital
Yogyakarta, Special Region of Yogyakarta, 55281, Indonesia