2023
Overview
Health Technology Assessment (HTA) is a scientific process that evaluates the effectiveness, safety, and cost-effectiveness of health technologies, including medical devices, drugs, and procedures. It is intended to help healthcare decision-makers, including clinicians, policymakers, and patients, to make informed choices among alternative healthcare interventions. HTA involves a systematic review of the available evidence, including clinical trials, observational studies, and economic evaluations, to assess the benefits and harms of a technology in comparison with its alternatives. It also considers the social and ethical implications of the technology, such as equity, access, and patient preferences. The process of HTA typically begins with a scoping review to define the research question and identify the relevant studies. This is followed by a systematic review of the literature, which involves a comprehensive search and selection of studies based on predefined inclusion and exclusion criteria. The data from the selected studies are then synthesized and analyzed to inform the assessment of the technology. HTA can help to optimize the use of healthcare resources by identifying technologies that provide the greatest health benefits for the cost. It can also provide valuable information to improve the quality of healthcare and facilitate the adoption of new technologies. In conclusion, HTA is a scientific approach to evaluate the impact of healthcare technologies on the health of individuals and the society. It provides an evidence-based framework for healthcare decision-making and can help to ensure that healthcare resources are used effectively and efficiently.
Research published in this journal
1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.