Systematic review, meta-analysis, clinical practice guidelines and
However, relying solely on studies conducted within a five year timeframe could potentially limit access to important data that may be relevant but was published outside this window. Furthermore, not all topics will have enough available literature from the past five years so it is important for practitioners to be aware of these limitations when utilizing systematic reviews or practice guidelines as part of their decision making process. Ultimately, combining both recent and older research with other sources such as feedback from patients/colleagues can help ensure more comprehensive assessments are being made when determining approaches for patient care.