The definition and aims of Anesthesia: a Delphi-based consensus statement
Methodological detailsmodified three-round eDelphi, consensus predefined as ≥80% agreement, external expert reviews
- Modified three-round eDelphi
- Consensus predefined as ≥80% agreement
- External expert reviews
Recommendations
As issued by the authors
Definition of anaesthesia: safe, effective, individualised, patient-centred and empathetic care, ensuring optimal surgical conditions while enhancing patient outcomes (final agreement 82.6%; median 10, IQR 9-10)
Consensus on 49 aims, key aims including preoperative optimisation, stress and pain reduction, organ function preservation, prompt emergence and recovery, interdisciplinary teamwork, continuous outcome assessment and sustainability in anaesthesia practices
Environmental sustainability recognised as an integral aim
Original publication
The definition and aims of Anesthesia: a Delphi-based consensus statement. Anaesth Crit Care Pain Med. Published 27 September 2025. doi:10.
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