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Anesthesia Fasting Guidelines

Your care team is deciding that a test or procedure requiring anesthesia is in your near future.

We've prepared these guides to prepare you for anesthesia by fasting beforehand. Please follow the appropriate guide, for children or adults, and direct any questions to members of your care team.

For Patients

  • Fasting Guidelines for Children
  • Frequently Asked Questions about Fasting Guidelines for Children
  • Fasting Guidelines for Adults
  • Frequently Asked Questions about Fasting Guidelines for Adults
  • Fasting Guidelines - Spanish Version
  • Fasting Guidelines: What can I eat and drink before my surgery or procedure?

For Providers

  • Providers' Fasting Guidelines for Children
  • Providers' Frequently Asked Questions for Providers about Fasting Guidelines for Children
  • Providers' Fasting Guidelines for Adults
  • Providers' Frequently Asked Questions about Fasting Guidelines for Adults

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