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ERAS-Based Preoperative Nutrition and Fasting in Total Knee Arthroplasty

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllNermin Ocaktan
NCT07336160 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The aim of this randomized controlled study is to investigate the effect of implementing a preoperative nutrition education and fasting protocol prepared in accordance with Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) guidelines during the 24-hour preoperative period on postoperative hydration status and the incidence of nausea and vomiting in patients scheduled for total knee arthroplasty. Total knee arthroplasty is a commonly performed surgical procedure, particularly in older adults, and postoperative recovery may be negatively affected by surgical stress, anesthesia-related complications, dehydration, and postoperative nausea and vomiting. ERAS protocols emphasize the optimization of preoperative nutrition and hydration as key components to improve postoperative outcomes. In this study, patients undergoing elective total knee arthroplasty will be randomly assigned to an intervention grou

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 years and older. * Patients scheduled for elective total knee arthroplasty. * Patients expected to be hospitalized for at least 48 hours postoperatively. * Ability to communicate verbally and provide informed consent. * Patients with adequate cognitive and neurological capacity to understand study procedures. Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of any chronic disease requiring fluid restriction. * Diagnosed cognitive impairment or psychiatric disorders affecting comprehension (e.g., Alzheimer's disease, dementia, psychotic disorders). * Acute conditions causing dehydration in the preoperative period (e.g., vomiting, diarrhea, excessive fluid loss). * Intraoperative complications requiring intensive care unit admission. * Postoperative follow-up shorter than 48 hours due to early discharge or transfer to another clinic.
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What it tests

  • ERAS-Based Preoperative Nutrition Education and Fasting Protocol
  • Standard Preoperative Care
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Where

1 site
Acıbadem Health Group Atakent Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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