PLoS One May 2020 PMID 32053678

Is the bispectral index monitoring protective against postoperative cognitive decline? A systematic review with meta-analysis.

Timea Bocskai, Márton Kovács, Zsolt Szakács, Noémi Gede, Péter Hegyi, Gábor Varga, István Pap, István Tóth, Péter Révész, István Szanyi, Adrienne Németh, Imre Gerlinger, Kázmér Karádi, László Lujber

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The discussions reflect a balanced view, with some posts quoting Lord Kelvin to underscore the value of measurement in improving patient outcomes, and others congratulating the authors while noting the need for further research. The tone ranges from respectful acknowledgment to curiosity about the study's implications, demonstrating a general appreciation of the findings' significance.

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Most discussions recognize the potential protective benefits of BIS monitoring in postoperative cognitive health, supporting the article's findings.

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Posts show moderate curiosity, referencing the study and engaging with its implications but not delving deeply into methodology.

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Discussions highlight the relevance of the research, emphasizing the importance of measurement in anesthesia and postoperative care.

Abstract in brief

The systematic review and meta-analysis investigated whether bispectral index (BIS) monitoring during anesthesia can reduce the risk of postoperative cognitive issues like delirium and dysfunction, finding evidence that BIS is protective against postoperative delirium at 1 day and long-term cognitive decline at 12 weeks.
The study analyzed 14 research papers, with 8 suitable for meta-analysis; results showed BIS monitoring significantly lowered the risk of delirium shortly after surgery and offered some protection against long-term cognitive problems, although there was no clear benefit observed at 1 week post-surgery.
Despite promising results, the authors note limitations in the current evidence and emphasize the need for more research to determine which patient groups—based on age, health status, and other factors—would benefit the most from BIS monitoring during anesthesia.]

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