Stomach emptying

Used for

gastric emptying

Broader Terms

stomach motility /pressure

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The rate of stomach emptying is a major determinant of blood glucose levels after a meal.
Fortunately, even when stomach emptying is significantly impaired, thick and thin liquids (e.
Stomach emptying is in the range of 1 litre per hour (and can be less with exertion or nerves), so it's likely that he started out with too much volume on board.
If contractions are sluggish or less frequent, stomach emptying is delayed.
If the patient is using levodopa, and taking it at least 30 minutes prior to meals without feeling the onset of antiparkinson effects, delayed stomach emptying is a possible factor.

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