U.S., March 6 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07451015) titled 'Preoperative Carbohydrate Loading in Diabetic Patients Undergoing Elective Abdominal Surgery' on Feb. 27.
Brief Summary: This study evaluates the effect of preoperative carbohydrate (CHO) loading on early postoperative recovery in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus undergoing elective abdominal surgery.
Traditionally, patients are instructed to fast before surgery. However, prolonged fasting may increase insulin resistance, delay recovery, and worsen postoperative outcomes. Preoperative carbohydrate drinks may reduce surgical stress and improve recovery, but concerns remain about blood glucose control and gastric emptying in di...