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Why does one have to fast before a coronary angiogram?
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To avoid nausea: The dye used can cause nausea, so they want your stomach empty.
Answered 12/11/2019
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Nausea: Iodinated contrast can cause nause. Since you are done lying down, if you vomit you are at greater risk for having particles go into the airway. In addition, if you need any sedation to be comfortable during the examine, you must also be with an empty stomach for the same concerns.
Answered 12/11/2019
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