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ArticleJournal of cardiovascular and thoracic research2025

Fasting versus non-fasting before elective coronary angiography: A randomized clinical trial.

Fatemeh Baharvand, Arsalan Salari, Soheil Hasanipour, Samira Arami, Aseme Pourrajabi, Marzie Kafi

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Fatemeh BaharvandCardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Department of Cardiology, Heshmat Hospital, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8251-4416
Arsalan SalariCardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Department of Cardiology, Heshmat Hospital, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Soheil HasanipourGastrointestinal and Liver Diseases Research Center, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Samira AramiCardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Department of Cardiology, Heshmat Hospital, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Aseme PourrajabiCardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Department of Cardiology, Heshmat Hospital, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.
Marzie KafiCardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Department of Cardiology, Heshmat Hospital, School of Medicine, Guilan University of Medical Sciences, Rasht, Iran.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0009-2443-4624

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Abstract

Introduction: Coronary artery disease is a significant public health concern worldwide, with coronary angiography being a crucial diagnostic procedure. The safety and clinical outcomes of fasting versus non-fasting before elective coronary angiography have been a topic of debate. This study aimed to address this issue and explore the impact of fasting on patient outcomes. Methods: A total of 600 candidates for coronary angiography were enrolled in this study and divided into two groups: fasting and non-fasting. Demographic data and clinical outcomes were collected and compared between the two groups. Various parameters, including pulmonary aspiration, hypoglycemia, gastrointestinal symptoms, vasovagal reactions, hypotension, and patient satisfaction, were evaluated. Results: This study revealed that fasting before coronary angiography did not significantly impact patient outcomes. Also, there were statistically significant differences between the groups in terms of hypoglycemia during hospitalization in fasting patients ( Conclusion: Based on the findings of this study, it can be concluded that fasting before elective coronary angiography may not be essential and does not lead to serious adverse outcomes. These results have important implications for clinical practice and may help improve patient experience and optimize care in the cardiac diagnostic setting.

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