Optimizing perioperative outcomes: The impact of Surgical Intensive Care Units on critical care management: A narrative review

Key Points

• Surgical intensive care units are essential for optimizing perioperative outcomes, improving patient recovery.
• Key findings indicate reduced complications and shorter hospital stays associated with specialized intensive care management.
• Narrative review assesses existing literature on critical care management in surgical settings, focusing on multidisciplinary approaches.
• Highlights the need for enhanced resource allocation in perioperative care to support better patient outcomes.