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Gastric Volume
By using pattern recognition you can use the following images to compare with the images your are obtaining when interrogating the gastric antrum. The following algorithm walks you through and guides you to the correct aspiration risk estimation. Keep in mind you must follow NPO guidelines. Use in BMI up to 40, non-pregnant adults only.A pediatric formula is provided :
Gastric volume Start Empty
Gastric volume Full
Gastric Volume Full 2
Gastric Volume Clear 01
Gastric Volume Clear 02
Gastric Volume Calculator ( Non pregnant)
At this point the risk appears intermediate since you don't know if what you are seeing is more than gastric secretions. Use the following gastric volume estimator to evaluate risk. A result indicating >1.5ml/kg volume implies a high aspiration risk. The gauge at the bottom of the calculator will give you an estimate or the risk.
You will need the cross sectional are on RLD. To calculate or estimate it click
Gastric Volume Calculator
Interpretation of Findings
Gastric Volume Des Low Risk
Grade 0 Gastric Antrum
Minimal Aspiration Risk
Interpretation of Findings
Gastric Volume High
Full Stomach
High Aspiration Risk
Unable to estimate risk
Unble to estimate risk
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