Development of a continuously updating evidence map in surgical education: study protocol for a living systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite the growing volume of research in surgical education (SurgED), the integration of evidence into teaching practice remains fragmented and inconsistent. A structured and continuously updated synthesis is needed to support data-informed curriculum development and promote best practices across training programmes.

Methods and analysis

This protocol describes the development of a living systematic review and evidence map of SurgED research. Studies will be identified through comprehensive searches of CENTRAL, PubMed and Web of Science, and screened independently by two reviewers, supported by an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-assisted screening tool to improve efficiency. Eligible studies will include both quantitative and qualitative designs involving medical

SUBMITTER: Werdecker V 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12587979 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature