Malene Blumenau Pedersen , John Saxton , Sara Birch , Brigitta Rasmussen Villumsen , Jørgen Bjerggaard Jensen
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Abstract
Background
Prehabilitation is a multidimensional and multidisciplinary approach, to prepare patients for surgery, with the aim of improving postoperative outcomes.
Worldwide, healthcare systems are facing challenges with a gap between demand and supply of healthcare services. Telehealth is seen as a solution for delivering sustainable and efficient treatments. The effect of providing prehabilitation using telehealth solutions is unclear.
Objective
This systematic review investigated the existing literature regarding the effects and feasibility of technologies for remotely supporting home-based prehabilitation compared to standard care on pre- and postoperative outcomes in adults undergoing elective major surgery.
Methods
A literature search identified relevant studies published between 1 January 2012 and December 2022 in PubMed, PsychInfo, Cinahl and the Cochrane Library. We included RCTs, feasibility and pilot studies. The quality of studies was evaluated using Cochrane's Risk of bias assessment and by narratively rating the certainty of evidence.
Results
Six randomized controlled trials and 20 pilot/feasibility studies were included. The number and content of the interventions varied, depending on context and resources. Multiple approaches in the use of digital healthcare solutions were applied and the results highlight the potential of providing health services remotely.
Conclusion
The use of technologies to support remote home-based prehabilitation in patients undergoing elective major surgery is feasible and has high acceptability, though telehealth is a broad term and wide-ranging strategies are used.
Digital technologies for supporting home-based prehabilitation are likely to play an essential role in future health care as resources are scarce and innovative solutions are needed.
期刊介绍：
Since its establishment in 2003, The Surgeon has established itself as one of the leading multidisciplinary surgical titles, both in print and online. The Surgeon is published for the worldwide surgical and dental communities. The goal of the Journal is to achieve wider national and international recognition, through a commitment to excellence in original research. In addition, both Colleges see the Journal as an important educational service, and consequently there is a particular focus on post-graduate development. Much of our educational role will continue to be achieved through publishing expanded review articles by leaders in their field.
Articles in related areas to surgery and dentistry, such as healthcare management and education, are also welcomed. We aim to educate, entertain, give insight into new surgical techniques and technology, and provide a forum for debate and discussion.
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