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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/cancer-drugs-utilization/research
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/rtc-design-principles_research.pdf
January 01, 2009 - When is
measuring sensitivity and specificity
sufficient to evaluate a diagnostic test,
and when do … Comparative accuracy: assessing new
tests against existing diagnostic
pathways. … The role of before-after studies
of therapeutic impact in the
evaluation of diagnostic technologies … Measurement of the clinical
and cost-effectiveness of non-invasive
diagnostic testing strategies for … Grading quality of evidence
and strength of recommendations for
diagnostic tests and strategies.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/methodological-recommendations-framework-communications_research.pdf
September 01, 2013 - Background context for recommendation R3 (“Use a random effects model for
diagnostic test meta-analysis … of
diagnostic accuracy tests should use advanced statistical methods. … A hierarchical
regression approach to meta-analysis of
diagnostic test accuracy evaluations. … Meta-
Analyst: software for meta-analysis of
binary, continuous and diagnostic data. … Diagnostic test accuracy
working group: Handbook for diagnostic
test accuracy reviews. 2011;
http:
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/get-involved/nominated-topics/what-is-the-comparative-effectiveness-of-genetic-and-other-diagnostic-tests-to-identify-and-treat-intellectual-and-developmental-disabilities-caused-by-genetic-mutations-in-post-natal-to-early-childhood-populations
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/chronic-kidney-disease-anemia_research.pdf
January 01, 2013 - Important factors suggested by the experts include:
o Biological variation in diagnostic indices
o … Use of different diagnostic reference standards
o Type of dialysis (i.e., peritoneal or hemodialysis … 2 What is the diagnostic accuracy of newer markers of iron status as a replacement for, or an add-on … 3 What is the diagnostic accuracy of newer markers of iron status as a replacement for, or an add-on … For example:
• Biological variation in diagnostic indices
• Use of different diagnostic reference
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/dementia-horizon-scan-high-impact-1512.pdf
December 01, 2015 - Research, AHRQ is interested in innovations
in drugs and biologics, medical devices, screening and diagnostic … scanning pertains to identification of new (and new uses of existing) pharmaceuticals, medical
devices, diagnostic … developments in identifying
other AD-associated biological factors and advancing and standardizing diagnostic
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/06_devdelays_potential_high_impact_2012-12-10.pdf
January 01, 2012 - Research, AHRQ is interested in innovations in drugs and biologics, medical devices, screening and
diagnostic … scanning pertains to identifying new (and new uses of existing) pharmaceuticals, medical devices,
diagnostic … However, additional observational
studies are needed before relying on expensive diagnostic tools such
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/machine-learning-tools-appendix-c.xlsx
January 01, 2024 - Abstract screening using the automated tool Rayyan: results of efectiveness in three diagnostic test … We emphasize that this study was conducted on diagnostic test accuracy reviews, which are more difcult … Abstract screening using the automated tool Rayyan: results of efectiveness in three diagnostic test … Abstract screening using the automated tool Rayyan: results of efectiveness in three diagnostic test … Abstract screening using the automated tool Rayyan: results of efectiveness in three diagnostic test
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/insulin-blood-sugar-2010_disposition-comments.pdf
January 01, 2010 - however, that
what AHRQ appears to contemplate is a
review of several overlapping treatment and
diagnostic … The definitions and diagnostic criteria for
the outcome measures are appropriate and
consistent with
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/version-3-immunity-after-COVID-19-appendix-table-B-1.xlsx
January 24, 2022 - target age range Positive serological status at recruitment, confirmed by RT-PCR or antigenic rapid diagnostic … tet (Ag RDT) Negative serological status at recruitment, confirmed by RT-PCR or antigenic rapid diagnostic … unlikely reinfections Positive serological status at recruitment, confirmed by RT-PCR or antigenic rapid diagnostic
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/chronic-cough_disposition-comments.pdf
January 07, 2013 - Bronchoscopy is an
invasive diagnostic tool in cough. … Bronchoscopy as a
diagnostic tool for chronic cough
would not preclude article inclusion. … We agree that a review of the
diagnostic work-up and treatment of
specific etiologies of cough is an … Nitric oxide seemed to be used in
diagnostic role as a way of identifying
patient with cough-variant … We did not
however specifically exclude studies
that happened to use bronchoscopy
as a diagnostic
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/colorectal-cancer-staging_executive.pdf
September 01, 2014 - To analyze diagnostic test characteristics, the data must
first be dichotomized. … In general, the
included studies reported only on diagnostic accuracy. … A unification of models for
meta-analysis of diagnostic accuracy studies. … Diagnostic precision of CT
in local staging of colon cancers: a meta-analysis. … Diagnostic
endoscopic ultrasonography: assessment of safety and prevention
of complication.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/methods-guide-editorial_methods.pdf
July 01, 2012 - In recognition of the
unique challenges in conducting reviews of diagnostic tests, the Cochrane Collaboration … their chapters and the recommendations from the upcoming
Cochrane handbook for systematic reviews of diagnostic … Cochrane Diagnostic Test Accuracy
Working Group. Handbook for DTA
reviews.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/sleep-apnea_executive.pdf
July 01, 2011 - respiratory abnormality should be used to
define the disorder as well as what the
most appropriate diagnostic … Also of relevance is establishing definitive
diagnostic standards and measures that would more
clearly … The search strategy
included terms for OSA, sleep apnea diagnostic tests,
sleep apnea treatments, and … Of note, where interventions (either
diagnostic tests or treatments) are not discussed, this
does not … The
remaining models reported lower diagnostic
sensitivities and specificities.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/pelvic-pain_disposition-comments.pdf
January 01, 2012 - The definitions or
diagnostic criteria for the outcome measures seem appropriate. … Peer Reviewer #6 Discussion The standardization of definitions and diagnostic criteria seems to
be the … As this review
clearly points out, the clinical signs and diagnostic criteria to
assess and define … In the case of endometriosis, for example,
there is a variable appearance of lesions, the diagnostic … We have
emphasized the need for a better
understanding of etiology and thorough
diagnostic work-up
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/ptsd-repository-expanded-protocol.pdf
October 24, 2019 - percent in American civilians and 6.9 percent in Veterans.2,3 Since PTSD was first included
by the Diagnostic … intervention, waitlist/minimal attention, usual
care, or placebo
• Outcomes:
o Overall PTSD outcome, PTSD Diagnostic … mindfulness-
based stress reduction, yoga)
Final health outcomes
• Overall PTSD
assessment
• PTSD diagnostic … Diagnostic instrument(s)
r. … Proportion of participants who achieved study-defined PTSD diagnostic change
j.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/ptsd-adult-treatment-update_research-protocol.pdf
December 31, 2017 - In the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM-5),1 PTSD
criteria … Diagnostic criteria for PTSD
DSM-IV Criterion DSM-5 Criterion
Summary of Major
Changes in DSM-5 … Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders.
5th ed. … Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental
Disorders: DSM-IV-TR. … Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders,
fourth edition, text revision.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/medical-test-reviews-intro.ppt
June 01, 2012 - focus on the ability of medical tests to:
Conform to technical specifications
Classify patients into diagnostic … Challenges in systematic reviews of diagnostic technologies. … The efficacy of diagnostic imaging. Med Decis Making 1991 Apr-Jun;11(2):88-94. … The efficacy of diagnostic imaging. Med Decis Making 1991 Apr-Jun;11(2):88-94. PMID: 1907710. … Challenges in systematic reviews of diagnostic technologies.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/medical-test-reviews-intro.ppt
June 01, 2012 - focus on the ability of medical tests to:
Conform to technical specifications
Classify patients into diagnostic … Challenges in systematic reviews of diagnostic technologies. … The efficacy of diagnostic imaging. Med Decis Making 1991 Apr-Jun;11(2):88-94. … The efficacy of diagnostic imaging. Med Decis Making 1991 Apr-Jun;11(2):88-94. PMID: 1907710. … Challenges in systematic reviews of diagnostic technologies.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/app-d-surv-report-1-noninvasive-nonpharma_0.xlsx
January 01, 2021 - Hispanic: 0% vs. 4% vs. 10%
Duration of Symptoms: 10.7 vs. 8.9 vs. 10.5 years
Pain etiology/type or diagnostic … 1
Primary healthcare center Inclusion: if (1) they were 18–65 years old and fulfilled the ACR 1990 diagnostic … B
Age: 66 vs. 66 years
Female: NR
Race: NR
Duration of symptoms: NR
Pain etiology/type or diagnostic … B
Age: 59 vs. 61 years
Female: 41% vs. 43%
Race: NR
Duration of symptoms: NR
Pain etiology/type or diagnostic … C
Age: NR
Female: NR
Race: NR
Ethnicity: NR
Duration of Symptoms: NR
Pain etiology/type or diagnostic