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- J Veziant, J Vesiant, and K Slim.
- J Perioper Pract. 2014 Nov 1;24(11):257-8.
AbstractCarbohydrate loading is an important component of enhanced recovery pathways. Some practitioners argue that patients' low acceptance for drinking such solutions could hamper the implementation of a full protocol. The aim of this study was to assess patients' actual acceptance of drinking carbohydrate solutions. Thirty patients scheduled to undergo digestive surgery participated in a survey which asked them to evaluate the taste of a carbohydrate loading drink mix (Clinutren Preload). They were asked whether they took all the solution, experienced nausea or vomiting, and whether they would be willing to take the solution again. Twenty two patients (73%) took all the solution, 27 (90%) judged the solution easy or quite easy to drink, 25 (83%) found the taste good or quite good, and 23 experienced (76%) no nausea. Finally 16 patients (54%) responded that they would be willing to take it again if indicated. We concluded that patient-related factors were not sufficient to hamper the implementation of carbohydrate loading before major surgery. The lack of implementation is probably related more to the attitude of the practitioner.
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