A feasibility study on preoperative carbohydrate loading in older patients undergoing hip fracture surgery

Background Preoperative carbohydrate loading in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery is an independent predictor of postoperative outcomes. By reducing the impact of surgical stress response, fasting-induced insulin resistance is modulated. As a clear fluid, consuming carbohydrate drink is safe up to 2 h...

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Main Authors: Yap, Kai Sing, Loh, Pui San, Foong, Yi Xian, Mok, Chu Zhen, Ong, Terence, Khor, Hui Min
Format: Article
Published: BMC 2024
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Online Access:http://eprints.um.edu.my/45249/
https://doi.org/10.1186/s12877-024-04958-7
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Institution: Universiti Malaya