Practice Changing Updates in Perioperative Medicine Literature 2023. A Systematic Review

Area of Science:

• Perioperative Medicine
• Evidence-Based Practice
• Medical Literature Review

Background:

• The field of perioperative medicine is rapidly advancing, with significant annual publications across various medical disciplines.
• Keeping abreast of the latest research is challenging due to the dispersed nature of publications in numerous journals.

Purpose of the Study:

• To identify and summarize the most impactful perioperative medicine publications from the year 2023.
• To provide clinicians with a curated overview of significant advancements and practice-changing research.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive multi-database literature search was conducted for articles published between January and December 2023.
• Inclusion criteria focused on original research, meta-analyses, systematic reviews, and guidelines, excluding specific article types like abstracts and case reports.
• A modified Delphi technique, facilitated by Distiller SR software, was employed by two independent reviewers to select key articles.

Main Results:

• Eight practice-changing articles were identified as having the most significant potential impact on clinical practice.
• An additional eight articles were selected for a detailed table-based summary, offering further insights into perioperative advancements.
• The review focused on non-cardiac surgery, non-pediatric, and non-obstetric publications.

Conclusions:

• This review offers a concise summary of critical 2023 perioperative literature, aiding clinicians in staying current.
• The identified articles represent significant contributions to perioperative medicine, potentially influencing clinical decision-making and patient outcomes.
• This curated selection facilitates efficient knowledge acquisition for healthcare professionals in the perioperative field.