Diabetes may change how fast the stomach empties before surgery
NCT ID NCT05435157
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study used ultrasound to measure how much fluid remains in the stomach after standard preoperative fasting in 592 adults scheduled for elective surgery. Researchers compared diabetic and non-diabetic patients to see if diabetes affects stomach emptying. The goal is to help tailor fasting guidelines for safer surgery.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better preoperative fasting guidelines for people with diabetes, reducing the risk of complications during surgery.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures differences and does not test any intervention, so it cannot directly change practice.
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IBSAL
Salamanca, 37007, Spain