In light of recent trials evaluating NPO before cath (CHOW NOW, SCOFF, etc.) are centers still restricting oral intake pre-procedure?   

Despite compelling growing evidence supporting that NPO is safe for diagnostic procedures (coronary angiogram, RHC), most institutions are still reluctant to change, likely related to: Medical inertia Nursing staff hesitation Upper management Medical liability M&M related concerns Lack o...

Our institution has moved in this direction, slowly initially, but more quickly spurred by the recent IV fluid shortage. We can get by with much less IV fluid if we don't restrict the patient to 8 or more hours NPO and patient satisfaction is higher. We have been more successful with outpatient proc...

Medical inertia mostly on physician's part.