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  • Radiology
  • Medical Imaging
  • Patient Care

Background:

  • Traditional fasting protocols before contrast-enhanced CT (CECT) lack robust evidence.
  • Concerns exist regarding potential negative effects of prolonged preprocedural fasting.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review global dietary preparation policies for CECT.
  • To analyze the risks of excessive fasting and advancements in dietary preparation.
  • To provide guidance on optimizing fasting policies for CECT.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of current global dietary preparation policies for CECT.
  • Systematic analysis of evidence regarding fasting, emetic symptoms, and aspiration pneumonia.
  • Evaluation of advancements in dietary preparation practices.

Main Results:

  • No documented cases of vomiting-associated aspiration pneumonia linked to preparatory fasting for CECT.
  • Non-fasting does not elevate the incidence of emetic symptoms or aspiration pneumonia risk.
  • Current evidence suggests routine fasting is unnecessary for most CECT examinations.

Conclusions:

  • Revising traditional fasting policies for CECT can significantly benefit clinical practice.
  • Further refinement of preparatory fasting policies is needed for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Implementing evidence-based dietary guidelines ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality radiological care.