Agreement Between Sonographically Estimated Gastric Contents and Reported Last Meal on Fasting Status in Procedural Sedation: A Cross-Sectional Analytical Study

Key Points

• Reported last meal timing aligns with sonographically estimated gastric contents, enhancing fasting status assessment.
• The study found a significant correlation between reported meal intake and sonographic measurements in 150 cases.
• Cross-sectional analysis evaluated the relationship between last meal reports and sonographic gastric contents using 150 procedural sedation cases.
• These findings support improved protocols for fasting status, potentially reducing aspiration risk during sedation procedures.