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In this review, we explore the rationale and history behind the practice of preoperative fasting in elective surgery including the gradual move toward longer fasting and the more recent change… Click to show full abstract
In this review, we explore the rationale and history behind the practice of preoperative fasting in elective surgery including the gradual move toward longer fasting and the more recent change in direction of practice. Gastric emptying physiology and the metabolic effects of prolonged fasting and carbohydrate loading are examined. Most recent guidelines related to these topics are discussed and practical recommendations for implementing these guidelines are suggested.
Keywords:
enhanced recovery;
surgery preoperative;
recovery surgery;
review;
preoperative fasting
Journal Title: Journal of Surgical Oncology
Year Published: 2017
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Journal Title: Journal of Surgical Oncology
Year Published: 2017
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