Status:

ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Gastric Ultrasound for Estimation of the Aspiration Risk Study

Lead Sponsor:

University of Florida

Conditions:

Respiratory Aspiration of Gastric Contents

Eligibility:

All Genders

18-99 years

Brief Summary

The purpose of this research study is to look at the effectiveness of current anesthesia guidelines regarding food and drink prior to surgery in patients who are likely to have food and drink remain i...

Detailed Description

Examine the utility of ultrasound examination of the stomach in estimating aspiration risk in patient populations whose aspiration risk is currently poorly understood. Evaluate the applicability of cu...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Presenting for upper GI endoscopy procedures or surgical repair of a trauma- related injury
  • Expected to have an oral-gastric tube placed as part of scheduled procedure
  • Willing to undergo an ultrasound exam
  • Patients ≥ 18 years of age

Exclusion

  • Unwilling to undergo an ultrasound exam
  • Oral-gastric tube placement is not indicated
  • Oral-gastric tube placement is contraindicated
  • Pregnant patients and patients from defined vulnerable populations (ex. pediatric patients, mentally handicapped patients, prisoners, etc.)
  • Surgical trauma patients who are not expected to have an OG tube placed during surgery
  • Patients with history of gastric bypass surgery
  • Patients that are gastrostomy tube dependent

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

March 27 2018

Trial Type :

OBSERVATIONAL

Allocation :

ESTIMATED

End Date :

July 14 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

200 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT03310528

Start Date

March 27 2018

End Date

July 14 2026

Last Update

July 15 2025

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United States, Florida UF Health

Gainesville, Florida, United States, 32610-3003