Scientists clock stomach emptying to make anesthesia safer

NCT ID NCT07214909

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study measured how long it takes for clear liquids of different volumes to leave the stomach in 70 healthy adults aged 18-65. The goal is to improve fasting guidelines before anesthesia. Participants fasted for 7 hours and had their stomach emptying timed. People on daily medications or with conditions like diabetes were excluded.

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  • MetroHealthMC

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44109, United States

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