Electronic 'Nose' sniffs out who skipped breakfast before surgery
NCT ID NCT02419976
Summary
This study tested a device that analyzes a person's breath to see if they have properly fasted before a scheduled medical procedure. Researchers wanted to see if this quick, non-invasive check could help prevent procedure cancellations and improve patient safety. The study involved nearly 900 adults who were already scheduled for a routine upper endoscopy.
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Mayo Clinic Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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