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What is the purpose of fasting for 24hrs before surgery?
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Aspiration: The time that you need to be without food is to minimize risk of aspiration during induction of anesthesia. Aspiration is reflux of stomach contents into the lungs due to the relaxation of all the muscles. There may be other restrictions placed if it is surgery on your digestive tract.
Answered 1/26/2014
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