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  1. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/medical-test-reviews-genetic.ppt
    June 01, 2012 - Methods guide for medical test reviews. … Improved procedure for eluting DNA from dried blood spots. Clin Chem 1996 Jul;42(7):1115-6. … Timing of collection Storage technique (e.g., fresh, frozen, paraffin, formalin) Complexity of test method … When evaluating DNA-based molecular tests, the complexity of the test method, laboratory-to­-laboratory … Improved procedure for eluting DNA from dried blood spots. Clin Chem 1996 Jul;42(7):1115-6.
  2. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/medical-test-reviews-genetic.ppt
    June 01, 2012 - Methods guide for medical test reviews. … Improved procedure for eluting DNA from dried blood spots. Clin Chem 1996 Jul;42(7):1115-6. … Timing of collection Storage technique (e.g., fresh, frozen, paraffin, formalin) Complexity of test method … When evaluating DNA-based molecular tests, the complexity of the test method, laboratory-to­-laboratory … Improved procedure for eluting DNA from dried blood spots. Clin Chem 1996 Jul;42(7):1115-6.
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    effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/crohns-disease-future_research.pdf
    July 01, 2016 - ................................................................................................3 Methods … ES-1 Methods Stakeholder Identification We solicited recommendations from the American College … Stakeholder Engagement Overview We used a modified Delphi method to identify and prioritize existing … The Delphi method involved iterative rounds of responses by group members, providing aggregated feedback … The Delphi method involves iterative rounds of responses by group members, providing aggregated feedback
  4. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/procalcitonin/research-protocol
    April 26, 2011 - Guide , 10 the general approach to grading individual comparative studies will be performed by using a method … Did the analysis of outcome data incorporate a method for handling confounders such as statistical adjustment … Methods, D. … Methods, D. … The pooling method will involve inverse variance weighting and a random effects model.
  5. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/cer78_procalcitonin_disposition_20121210.pdf
    October 05, 2012 - No response necessary PR (#2) Methods The methods are very nicely presented and easy to follow. … The pooling method involves inverse variance weighting and a random effects model. … Brahams Kryptor, one that used a semi- quantitative version of this assay and one that didn't record the method … source (children aged 1 - 36 months) is the Manzano et al study that employed a semi- quantitative PCT method … Luminescence method? Ambiguous and vague. Yes, Lumi signifies luminescence.
  6. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/ch_11-user-guide-to-ocer_130129.pdf
    January 03, 2012 - several ways (e.g., a single diagnosis code, multiple diagnosis codes, a combination of diagnosis and procedure … This kind of propensity score approach is a good method for validating the results of conventional … methods have been used to build confidence in results. … Stat Methods Med Res. 2009;18(1):53-65. 20. … An introduction to the methods of epidemiology.
  7. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/diabetic-neuropathy-disposition-170707.pdf
    March 24, 2017 - The findings may have been different had a different analytical method been conducted. … in pain77 as clinically meaningful; findings may have been different with a different analytical method … Finally, invasive procedure which are richly reimbursed by insurance payers (epidural stimulators) … We agree that newer pharmaceutical agents and invasive procedures are more likely to have higher-quality … For nonpharmacologic treatments, invasive procedures involving devices (i.e., spinal cord stimulators
  8. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/diabetic-neuropathy-disposition-170707.pdf
    March 24, 2017 - The findings may have been different had a different analytical method been conducted. … in pain77 as clinically meaningful; findings may have been different with a different analytical method … Finally, invasive procedure which are richly reimbursed by insurance payers (epidural stimulators) … We agree that newer pharmaceutical agents and invasive procedures are more likely to have higher-quality … For nonpharmacologic treatments, invasive procedures involving devices (i.e., spinal cord stimulators
  9. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/colorectal-cancer-staging_disposition-comments.pdf
    November 20, 2014 - mixed-effects model to make direct comparison and the models could be fit using SAS, PROC NLMIXED procedure … Peer Reviewer 4 Methods Page 16, one typo -- Al-Sukhni et al., Primary method of analysis: hierarchical … Methods: The statistical method looks at relative risk which makes no clinical sense for diagnostic … NEMA standard XR 27 - 2012, X-ray Equipment for Interventional Procedures User Quality Control Mode … Studies of AEC procedures (continued) Public Reviewer 2 (Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
  10. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/anxiety-children/research-protocol
    September 13, 2016 - If meta-analysis is deemed appropriate, we plan to use the DerSimonian and Laird random effect method … included in the analysis is larger than 18 28 ; otherwise, the DerSimonian and Laird random effect method … Otherwise, a Bayesian approach based on Lu and Ades method will be used 31 . … Assessing Applicability We will follow the procedures outlined in the EPC Methods Guide for Comparative … Methods Guide for Effectiveness and Comparative Effectiveness Reviews.
  11. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/disposition-of-comments-cer-192-anxiety-in-children.pdf
    August 31, 2017 - Further, given the complexity of the SOE procedures and their heavy use in examining the data/studies … The EPC methods guide on assessing the strength of evidence was cited in the report method section; … analysis (pp. 17, 38, 56-57) The authors propose an ambitious set of subgroup analyses in the method … I have one question/comment about the analytic procedures for part of the review, one caveat that … Regarding the analytic procedures for the subgroup analyses, the contrasts that were tested did not
  12. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/suicide-prevention_disposition-comments.pdf
    October 04, 2016 - Peer Reviewer #4 Methods Overall, the Methods section was excellent. … TEP #3 Methods Overall the methods are appropriate to the questions of interest. … SAMHSA encourages grantees to use state data systems in their local evaluation procedures, so the data … resources to facilitate and encourage state grantees to use data systems in their local evaluation procedures … Data linkage procedures should be IRB approved and subject to data use policies and agreements.
  13. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/methodsguide_slutsky_comparing_medical_interventions.pdf
    November 01, 2008 - care expenditures in the United States, improved health outcomes and quality remain elusive Methods … The Methods Guide for Comparative Effectiveness Reviews is a living document, and will be updated as … further empiric evidence develops and our understanding of better methods improves. … Methods Guide for Comparative Effectiveness Reviews [posted November 2008]. Rockville, MD. … The methods papers in this series were written in response to these specific challenges.
  14. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/medical-interventions-comparing_methods.pdf
    November 01, 2008 - care expenditures in the United States, improved health outcomes and quality remain elusive Methods … The Methods Guide for Comparative Effectiveness Reviews is a living document, and will be updated as … further empiric evidence develops and our understanding of better methods improves. … Methods Guide for Comparative Effectiveness Reviews [posted November 2008]. Rockville, MD. … The methods papers in this series were written in response to these specific challenges.
  15. Anxiety in Children (pdf file)

    effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/anxiety-children_research-protocol.pdf
    September 12, 2016 - If meta-analysis is deemed appropriate, we plan to use the DerSimonian and Laird random effect method … studies included in the analysis is larger than 1828; otherwise, the DerSimonian and Laird random effect method … Otherwise, a Bayesian approach based on Lu and Ades method will be used31. … Assessing Applicability We will follow the procedures outlined in the EPC Methods Guide for Comparative … Methods Guide for Effectiveness and Comparative Effectiveness Reviews.
  16. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/skin-lesions-evaluation_technical-brief.pdf
    December 01, 2014 - Methods. … clearance, the intended use stated in its FDA approval summary was for use during endoscopic medical procedures … Fluorescence diagnosis of face-located basal cell carcinomas: a new dermatological procedure which … summary is for the imaging of the internal microstructure of tissues during endoscopic medical procedures … (USA) www.eosciences.com • Unproven procedure • Filed a pre-market approval application in June
  17. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/hemorrhage-postpartum_disposition-comments.pdf
    April 28, 2015 - The term “initial second line procedure” may be confusing. … I believe the term “second line procedure” or “second line therapy” suffices. … We deliberately used “initial” as some women may undergo multiple procedures or surgeries considered … Key Informant #1 Methods Methods are clearly defined and logical for this systematic review. … A universally accepted definition of postpartum hemorrhage and a universally accepted method to measure
  18. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/reporting-quiz.ppt
    January 01, 2009 - for: The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) Training Modules for Systematic Reviews Methods … True False Methods and Results Methods and Results In writing a report on a comparative effectiveness … review, it is not necessary to link the Methods and Results sections. … There should always be a strong link between what is reported in the Methods and Results sections. … reading about the results of the assessments as initially described in the Methods section..
  19. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/case-management_research-protocol.pdf
    June 06, 2011 - Methods A. … Our research team will use appropriate procedures to reduce bias and enhance consistency in our study-selection … These procedures include using dual reviewers to review abstracts and full-text articles for inclusion … eligibility and exclusion criteria; case management intervention and comparisons; the outcome-ascertainment method … NOTE: The following protocol elements are standard procedures for all protocols. VIII.
  20. effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/schizophrenia-adult_research-protocol.pdf
    September 23, 2016 - include clear descriptions of the population, setting, interventions, and comparison groups; a valid method … the past, this evidence will not undergo this sufficiency assessment process and will undergo the procedures … Assessment procedure to ascertain sufficiency of evidence: All studies will undergo quality assessment … for all intervention areas in Key Question 2 were to undergo full data abstraction and synthesis procedures … Those areas deemed insufficient would undergo limited data abstraction and synthesis procedures.

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