Early clear fluid intake for children after outpatient surgery
Oral Fluid Timing and Volume in Children Aged 1-8 Following Ambulatory Surgery: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing if giving kids clear fluids one hour after outpatient surgery is safe and helps them recover better compared to waiting two hours.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 180 (estimated) |
| Ages | 1 Year to 8 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ankara City Hospital Bilkent Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06937684 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial evaluates the safety and tolerability of early oral clear fluid intake in children aged 1 to 8 years who are undergoing elective outpatient non-gastrointestinal surgeries. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive clear fluids either one hour or two hours after general anesthesia. The study aims to determine if earlier fluid intake increases the risk of postoperative vomiting or if it can be safely tolerated, potentially enhancing recovery. Outcomes will include the incidence of vomiting, tolerability of fluids, and time to discharge readiness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are children aged 1 to 8 years undergoing elective outpatient non-gastrointestinal surgery under general anesthesia.
Not a fit: Patients undergoing emergency surgeries or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders or aspiration may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to improved recovery times and reduced postoperative complications for pediatric patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have suggested that early postoperative hydration can enhance recovery without increasing the risk of complications, indicating potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged between 1 and 8 years * ASA Physical Status I or II * Undergoing elective, outpatient, non-gastrointestinal surgery under general anesthesia * Expected to be discharged on the same day * Parent/guardian provides informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Emergency surgeries * History of gastrointestinal disorders * History of aspiration or recurrent vomiting * Children with neurodevelopmental delay * Intraoperative complications requiring ICU admission * Refusal of oral intake postoperatively
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Ankara City Hospital Bilkent — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Feyza Sever, Assoc Prof — Ankara City Hospital Bilkent
- Study coordinator: Feyza Sever, Assoc Prof
- Email: feyza.altay@hotmail.com
- Phone: +9031255260000
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.