A Carbohydrate-Rich Drink Reduces Preoperative Discomfort in Elective Surgery Patients

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Authors

Jonatan Hausel · Ersta sjukhus

Jonas Nygren

Michael Lagerkranser · Karolinska University Hospital

Per M. Hellström

Folke Hammarqvist · Saint Göran Hospital

Abstract

Discomfort during the period of waiting before elective surgery can be reduced if patients are prepared with a carbohydrate-rich drink, compared with preoperative oral intake of water or overnight fasting. Visual analog scales can provide useful information about preoperative discomfort in elective surgery patients.

Topics & Keywords

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Cardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical Outcomes Nausea and vomiting management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero hunger

Publication Details

Published in: Anesthesia & Analgesia

Volume 93, Issue 5, pp. 1344-1350

DOI: 10.1097/00000539-200111000-00063

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