5 day pouch test?

Can someone tell me what the 5 day pouch test is all about and what it consists of?
thanks a bunch :)

A pouch test is when you drink a particular liquid and then have your pouch X rayed to see if their is a leek.

They don't commonly do them unless their is a concern. I aksed about it post op and was told that the test is not routine bue to cost

Actually, the 5 Day Pouch Test is a "diet" that **supposedly** shrinks your pouch back down. Of course, it really doesn't, but it sure does help to kick the carbs and get back on track.

http://5daypouchtest.com/

I guess the Resident gave me the wrong info

No - he was referring to a leak test on the pouch and he's correct.  The OP of this thread was asking about the 5DPT, which is a well-known diet.  Just two separate things is all. :)

Not sure of the details, but go to the search bar at the top of the OH page.  It will bring you answers :)

Judy

Hi Brandy.
I've never done it, but lots of people on this forum have.  It's a structured 5-day food plan.  I believe it starts with liquids only (including protein shakes), then progressed through the phases of food integration that we use post-op (soft protein, more dense protein etc).  People tend to do it either to get back on track with their food intake or to "test" their pouch because they're feeling like they can eat too much food etc.

http://5daypouchtest.com/

Thank you everyone for your replies  :)
Hope you all have a great weekend.