Particulate Gastric Contents in Patients Prescribed Glucagon-Like Peptide 1 Receptor Agonists After Appropriate Perioperative Fasting: A Report of 2 Cases.

Authors :: Wilson PR
Bridges KH
Wilson SH
Source :: A&A practice [A A Pract] 2023 Aug 24; Vol. 17 (8), pp. e01712. Date of Electronic Publication: 2023 Aug 24 (Print Publication: 2023).
Publication Year :: 2023
Abstract: Glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists have surged in popularity for the treatment of both diabetes mellitus and obesity. While GLP-1 reduces proximal gastrointestinal motility and delays gastric emptying, the impact of these medications on adequate fasting before surgery is not clear. We present 2 cases of particulate gastric contents after following appropriate presurgical fasting in diabetic patients taking GLP-1 receptor agonists and review current literature regarding perioperative implications of these drugs.<br />Competing Interests: The authors declare no conflicts of interest.<br /> (Copyright © 2023 International Anesthesia Research Society.)

Subjects :: Humans
Gastrointestinal Contents
Obesity
Perioperative Period
Fasting
Gastric Emptying
Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 Receptor agonists

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