The role of anesthesia in the prevention of postoperative delirium: a systematic review.

CONCLUSIONS: Methodologically robust studies supporting strategies for preventing POD are still lacking. Based on our analysis, anesthesiologists should consider the intra-operative use of a depth of anesthesia monitor and the choice for a lighter sedation when possible. The administration of preventive medications should be considered very carefully. Considering the multifactorial nature of POD, however, the integration of effective preventive strategies into multidisciplinary programs is advisable and should be the target for future research. PMID: 26822815 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Minerva Anestesiologica - Category: Anesthesiology Tags: Minerva Anestesiol Source Type: research