Gastric Content After 6 vs 4 Hours of Preoperative Fasting in Children

The primary objective of the study is to compare the risk of increased stomach contents after tube feeding (Enteral feeding) 6 and 4 hours before anesthesia using antrum measured by ultrasound.

Inclusion Criteria:Child on intermittent or continuous enteral nutrition, scheduled for elective procedure requiring general anesthesiaExclusion Criteria:Moderate to severe gastrointestinal motility disorder Emergency surgery Anatomical risk factor for pulmonary aspiration such as achalasia or bowel obstruction Parents cannot understand study information due to language barrier