From the Research
Sparkling water is unlikely to directly increase heart rate in someone who has had a distal pancreatectomy and has an AXIOS stent connecting the stomach to the pancreas, but if this is occurring, it may be due to several factors related to the carbonation, caffeine, or other stimulants in the sparkling water. The carbonation in sparkling water can cause gastric distension, which might put pressure on the AXIOS stent and surrounding tissues, potentially triggering pain or discomfort that leads to a sympathetic nervous system response and increased heart rate 1. Additionally, some sparkling waters contain caffeine or other stimulants that directly increase heart rate. The gas from carbonation could also potentially irritate the surgical site or the connection between the stomach and pancreas, causing inflammation or discomfort that triggers a stress response.
Possible Causes of Increased Heart Rate
- Gastric distension caused by carbonation in sparkling water
- Caffeine or other stimulants in sparkling water
- Irritation of the surgical site or the connection between the stomach and pancreas
Recommendations
- If experiencing increased heart rate after consuming sparkling water, switch to still water
- Consult a healthcare provider to rule out stent irritation or other complications related to pancreatic surgery
- Consider the potential risks and benefits of consuming sparkling water after distal pancreatectomy and AXIOS stent placement, as discussed in studies on pancreatic stenting and postoperative care 2, 3, 4.
Key Considerations
- The risk of pancreatic leak and other complications after distal pancreatectomy and AXIOS stent placement 5, 4
- The importance of monitoring and managing potential complications, such as stent irritation or pancreatic leak, in patients with a history of distal pancreatectomy and AXIOS stent placement 1, 3.