

In both 19, the American Society of Anesthesiologists issued NPO guidelines that permitted the consumption of clear liquids until two hours before surgery for all healthy patients undergoing elective procedures requiring general anesthesia, regional anesthesia or sedation/analgesia.Ĭan I drink water 3 hours before surgery? How many hours before anesthesia Can I drink water? The best way to prevent aspiration from happening is to make sure your stomach is empty before surgery. This aspirated food or fluid can quickly lead to aspiration pneumonia, a lung infection caused by inhaling foreign material. What happens if you accidentally drink water before surgery? 10 What should I know before going under general anesthesia?.9 When to stop taking medicine during general anesthesia?.8 When to stop eating and drinking before anesthesia?.7 Why are you not allowed to drink water before surgery?.6 Can you drink water before anesthesia?.5 Can I have a sip of water before surgery?.4 How long does it take to get anesthesia out of your system?.3 Can you drink water when fasting for general Anaesthetic?.2 How many hours before anesthesia Can I drink water?.

1 What happens if you accidentally drink water before surgery?.
