Empty stomach rules for Kids' endoscopy questioned in new study

NCT ID NCT07614919

Not yet recruiting Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Bursa Sevket Yilmaz Training and Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fasting

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

GASTRIC RESIDUE PREOPERATIVE FASTING UPPER GASTROINTESTINAL ENDOSCOPY

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Health Sciences, Bursa Yuksek Ihtisas Training and Research Hospital

Yıldırım, Bursa, 16310, Turkey (Türkiye)

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