The mission of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES) is to innovate, educate, and collaborate to improve patient care. A critical element is the publishing of trustworthy, and current guidelines for the practicing surgeon. In this video, we outline the steps of developing high quality practice guidelines. Please use the time points published below to access specific chapters, or stages, of the process.
The chapters are noted at the following timelines:
- Guidelines Overview 0:00 – 13:22
- Key Questions with PICO Format 13:22 – 24:08
- Literature Search & Screening 24:08 – 31:38
- Data Extraction 31:38 – 47:13
- Introduction to Risk of Bias 47:13 – 54:54
- RCTs & Cochrane Risk of Bias 54:54 – 1:08:58
- Observational Studies & Newcastle Ottawa Scale 1:08:58 – 1:19:35
- Meta-Analysis & Evidence Tables 1:19:35 – 1:41:59
- Evidence to Decision Tables 1:41:59 – 1:49:30
- Systematic Review Reporting & Quality 1:49:30 – 2:02:32