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Acupuncture for postoperative delirium (POD): A systematic review and meta-analysis protocol
Chanwoo Joo1,2, Seunghoon Lee2,3, Jung Won Kang2,3
1Department of Clinical Korean Medicine, Graduate School, Kyung Hee University.
Medicine
|February 6, 2021
Summary
This review examines acupuncture for postoperative delirium (POD), a condition after surgery. Evidence suggests acupuncture may be a safe and effective treatment option for POD patients.
Area of Science:
- Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
- Integrative and Complementary Medicine
- Geriatric Medicine
Background:
- Postoperative delirium (POD) is a common complication following surgery.
- It significantly impacts patient recovery and healthcare costs.
- Effective interventions for POD are urgently needed.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and meta-analyze the effectiveness and safety of acupuncture for treating POD.
- To provide evidence-based insights for clinicians, patients, and policymakers.
Main Methods:
- A comprehensive search of multiple electronic databases (MEDLINE, EMBASE, CENTRAL, CNKI, etc.) was conducted.
- Included were randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of acupuncture for POD, with meta-analysis planned.
- The Cochrane risk of bias tool was used for quality assessment.
Main Results:
- The study will synthesize findings from relevant RCTs to determine acupuncture's impact on POD incidence.
- Safety data regarding acupuncture treatment for POD will be analyzed.
Conclusions:
- This review aims to establish acupuncture as a potential therapeutic option for postoperative delirium.
- Findings will inform clinical practice and healthcare policy regarding POD management.
