Abstract :
Introduction: Aspiration of the gastric contents in the peri-operative period is a serious complication of
surgery and anaesthesia. Pre-operative fasting aims to decrease the volume and increase the pH of gastric
contents, hence reducing the risk of aspiration. According to the past literature gastric contents of 25
ml (0.4ml/kg) and with pH
Keyword :
Gastric volume, Ultrasound, Pre-operative fasting,