Using gastric ultrasound for diabetic patients undergoing elective surgery
Gastric Ultrasound in Elective Surgical Diabetic Patients
This study tests if using ultrasound to check stomach contents can help doctors safely manage anesthesia for diabetic patients having elective surgery.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 130 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Tanta University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Tanta, El-Gharbia) |
| Trial ID | NCT06600035 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of gastric ultrasound in assessing gastric content volume in diabetic patients scheduled for elective surgery. It aims to address the risk of aspiration during anesthesia, particularly in patients who may not adequately empty their stomachs despite fasting. By utilizing ultrasound as a bedside tool, anesthesiologists can make informed decisions regarding airway management and anesthesia based on real-time gastric assessments. The study focuses on patients aged 18 and older who meet specific eligibility criteria.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are diabetic patients aged 18 and older who are scheduled for elective surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with severe comorbidities, upper gastrointestinal diseases, or those taking medications that delay gastric emptying may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce the risk of aspiration-related complications in diabetic patients during elective surgeries.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of gastric ultrasound is gaining traction, this specific application in diabetic elective surgery patients is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥ 18 years. * Both sexes. * Undergoing elective surgery. Exclusion Criteria: * American Society of Anesthesiology (ASA) physical status \>III. * Body mass index (BMI) outside the range of 18.5-40 Kg/m2. * History of upper gastrointestinal disease or previous surgery on the esophagus, stomach, or upper abdomen. * Abnormalities of the upper gastrointestinal tract, such as gastric tumors and recent upper gastrointestinal bleeding (within the preceding 1 month). * Taking preoperative medicines that may delay gastric emptying (e.g., anticholinergic agents, opioids). * Hypothyroidism. * Current smoking history. * Pregnancy.
Where this trial is running
Tanta, El-Gharbia
- Tanta University — Tanta, El-Gharbia, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mohammed S ElSharkawy, MD
- Email: mselsharkawy@med.tanta.edu.eg
- Phone: 00201148207870
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.