Underweight kids' stomachs empty faster before surgery, study finds

NCT ID NCT06522204

First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 10, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study looked at how quickly the stomach empties clear liquids in underweight versus healthy-weight children before surgery. 60 children aged 6 to 14 were included. The goal was to see if underweight children need different fasting guidelines to stay safe during surgery.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Karaman Training and Research Hospital

    Karaman, Turkey (Türkiye)

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