Empty stomach rules for Kids' endoscopy questioned in new study
NCT ID NCT07614919
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at 110 children who had an upper GI endoscopy to check for stomach or gut problems. Researchers want to see if longer fasting before the procedure actually leads to an emptier stomach. By reviewing medical records, they hope to find out if current fasting guidelines are right or if they can be improved to make the experience easier for children.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could lead to better, more personalized fasting guidelines for children before endoscopy, reducing discomfort while keeping them safe.
What could go wrong
This is a small, retrospective study that only looks at past records. It cannot prove cause and effect, and results may not apply to all children or hospitals.
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University of Health Sciences, Bursa Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital
Yıldırım, Bursa, 16310, Turkey (Türkiye)
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