The empty pelvis syndrome: a core data set from the PelvEx collaborative.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Empty pelvis syndrome (EPS) is a significant source of morbidity following pelvic exenteration (PE), but is undefined. EPS outcome reporting and descriptors of radicality of PE are inconsistent; therefore, the best approaches for prevention are unknown. To facilitate future research into EPS, the aim of this study is to define a measurable core outcome set, core descriptor set and written definition for EPS. Consensus on strategies to mitigate EPS was also explored.

Method

Three-stage consensus methodology was used: longlisting with systematic review, healthcare professional event, patient engagement, and Delphi-piloting; shortlisting with two rounds of modified Delphi; and a confirmatory stage using a modified nominal group technique. This included a selection of

SUBMITTER: PelvEx Collaborative 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10921833 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature