What is a pre op drink before surgery?
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Recent studies have shown that consuming a clear carbohydrate beverage up to two hours before elective surgery can reduce patient anxiety, combat thirst, and improve post-operative recovery, fundamentally changing the traditional 'nothing by mouth after midnight' rule. This modern approach incorporates a pre op drink as part of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols to better prepare the body for surgical stress.
