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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/cer-265-radiation-bone-disease-disposition-comments.pdf
August 29, 2023 - Methods are
sound. The presentation of the results is very good. The
discussion is appropriate. … Cost analysis and perhaps an introductory figure to compare
treatment methods would be useful. … Methods are sound. The presentation of the results is very good.
The discussion is appropriate. … Statistical
methods are appropriate.
Thank you.
TEP #2 Methods Well done, no changes. … included studies,
were: ICD-9 codes for metastases
to the bone or pathologic fracture
and a surgical procedure
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/cer-233-diverticulitis-evidence-summary.pdf
October 01, 2020 - diverticulitis may require more invasive interventions,
such as surgery or interventional radiology procedures … Methods
We employed methods consistent with those outlined in the Agency for Healthcare
Research and … Quality Evidence-based Practice Center Program Methods Guidance
(https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov … /topics/cer-methods-guide/overview). … may reduce
applicability of findings) with appropriate subgroup analyses and, as needed, analytic
methods
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October 25, 2024 - The methods section is informative but could be more
concise. … The
mention of the AHRQ Evidence-based Practice Center
Program Methods Guidance is useful, but could … We checked and we
could not find this text
Public Reviewer 1 Methods The methods are clearly described … Thank you
Public Reviewer 1 Methods The report could benefit from a more detailed
description of the … of
specific tests or
interventions and have
added pre-specified
intervention categories
to the method
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September 03, 2019 - We
added a note about this in the Methods section. … Peer Reviewer
#1
Methods The methods are clear and logical, including inclusion and
exclusion criteria … TEP Peer
Reviewer #2
Methods Yes. … Peer Reviewer
#2
Methods Methods: Again.. felt this was very comprehensive. … Intermediate
Outcomes we have documented the four trials
randomizing patients undergoing surgical procedures
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/maternal-child-outcomes-wic-disposition-comments.pdf
April 19, 2022 - In the
methods section of the
Evidence Summary, we
succinctly state that we
focused on comparison … Thank you
National WIC
Association
(NWA)
Methods The inclusion and exclusion criteria for study … selection were based on the
PICOTS method which described the populations, interventions, comparisons … This is
mentioned in the Methods
section under “Data Synthesis
and Analysis.” … , recommended
AHRQ method.
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July 01, 2020 - More information about the methods used is available at:
◆ Methods Guide for Effectiveness and Comparative … Effectiveness Reviews
https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/topics/cer-methods-guide/overview
◆ Methods … Guide for Medical Test Reviews
https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/topics/methods-guidance-tests/overview
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/mhs4-failure-rescue-protocol-amendment.pdf
September 19, 2023 - Preventive Services Task Force Procedure Manual. Appendix VI. … https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/about-uspstf/methods-and-processes/procedure-
manual … Methods Guide for Effectiveness and Comparative Effectiveness Reviews. … https://www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/about-uspstf/methods-and-processes/procedure-manual … /uspstf/about-uspstf/methods-and-processes/procedure-manual/procedure-manual-appendix-vi-criteria-assessing-internal-validity-individual-studies
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/introductory-slides-ahrq-cf-webinar.pdf
August 27, 2012 - Analytic
Hierarchy Processes as preference assessment tools
Describe applications of preference methods … involvement in comparative
effectiveness research in AHRQ’s Effective Health Care
Program
To advance methods … Effectiveness Research
~Institute of Medicine, 2009
Community Forum Community Forum
Categories of CER Methods … elicitation of
patient preferences in HTA, multiple criteria decision
making and discrete choice methods … Moderator: Penny Mohr
Goals
AHRQ Community Forum
Comparative Effectiveness Research
Categories of CER Methods
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/methods-guidance-finding-evidence_methods.pdf
January 01, 2011 - Finding Evidence for Comparing Medical Interventions
Methods Guide for
Comparative Effectiveness … only appear) in these nonindexed portions of a
journal, hand searching journals can be an effective method … Challenges in systematic reviews of
therapeutic devices and procedures. … A survey of the methods used
in systematic reviews of adverse effects. … No consensus exists on search reporting
methods for systematic reviews.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/cer-225-substance-abuse-adolescents-evidence-summary%20225%20Substance%20Use%20Adolescents.pdf
May 01, 2020 - Methods
We employed methods consistent with those outlined in the AHRQ EPC Program
Methods Guidance … (https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/cer-methods-
guide/overview). … adolescents with concurrent substance use disorder; (4)
https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/cer-methods-guide … /overview
https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/cer-methods-guide/overview
http://www.crd.york.ac.uk … field_product_type%3Amethods_guide_chapter&sort_by=field_product_pub_date
Main Points
Background and Purpose
Methods
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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.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/ehc-protocol-acute-pain-treatments.pdf
August 08, 2019 - include clear descriptions of the population,
setting, interventions, and comparison groups; a valid method … New persistent opioid use after minor and major surgical
procedures in US adults. … Furlan AD, Pennick V, Bombardier C, et al. 2009 updated method guidelines for systematic reviews in the … Methods and processes. 2018. … Methods Guide for
Comparative Effectiveness Reviews.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/suicidal-thoughts-youth-disposition-comments.pdf
April 10, 2025 - Peer Reviewer #1 Methods Page 9 – Please include information on the AHRQ
Methods Guide as without the … Given meta-analysis was unable to
be conducted, it is unclear if the AHRQ Method is fitting
and ideal … Using an analysis method that values
RCTs and de-values other types of studies is
In this review, … Using an analysis
method that values RCTs and de-values other types of
studies presents as counterintuitive … Peer Reviewer #2 Methods General Methods Comments: The methods are well-
written and described.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/transparency-infertility_research.pdf
June 01, 2017 - Methods Research Report. … reported
under Results in published manuscripts is an expedient but crude method for detecting reporting … bias.4 Another method is to search ClinicalTrials.gov (CT.gov) and (a) compare studies
identified … Team members involved in
matching piloted the data collection forms and procedures to refine them before … Methods Guide for Effectiveness
and Comparative Effectiveness Reviews.
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/breastfeeding-health-outcomes-research-executive-summ.pdf
March 01, 2025 - • There is limited research on how the method of feeding and the source of human
milk affect health … We used methods consistent with those outlined in the AHRQ EPC Program Methods
Guidance (https:// … effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/collections/cer-methods-guide);
these are described in our full … We used established methods for determining the potential risks of bias and
certainty of our findings … https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/products/search
Main Points
Background and Purpose
Methods
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/methods-future-presentation-format_research.pdf
January 01, 2019 - Methods
Future Research Needs Report No. 3. … We welcome comments on this Methods Research Project. … to inform prioritization of future research, but all agreed that
modeling should not be the only method … cost-benefit analysis
2008 BMJ
17638858 Diagnostic accuracy and clinical utility of a simplified low cost
method … alternatives for
beef bulls with preputial prolapse
1997 J Am Vet Med Assoc
9357709 A decision analytic method
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/carbohydrate-intake-prepub-final-research-table-rct.xlsx
May 29, 2025 - acceptable missingness and/or appropriate impuation For yes: explains and uses pre-specified outcomes and methods … Yes/No/Unclear Did the study use accurate methods for ascertaining exposures and potential confounders … overall <20% For yes: per group <10% loss to follow up For yes: explains and uses relevant statistical methods … pre-pregnancy weight, BMI, gestational age) For yes: explains and uses pre-specified, relevant outcomes and methods
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/heart-failure-transition-care_disposition-comments.pdf
May 27, 2014 - evaluated the various components of effective intervention
as well as the intensity, mode of delivery and method … Thank you.
112 TEP Reviewer 4 Methods Suggested edits to the Methods section:
Page 37 of 215 line … We have added a note about this in the
methods section.
117 TEP Reviewer 5 Methods Generally sound … We have deleted the sentence from the method
section.
131 Peer Reviewer
7
Methods Page 13; line … that would be
most helpful for those planning to implement a
new intervention (e.g., by setting and method
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/pdf/obesity-research-methods_research-protocol.pdf
February 08, 2017 - semi-automated
o Real-time synchronization: one way, two ways (exchange)
• Data Linkage Technical Method … Method
Other names/
subtypes Brief Description Key assumptions Specific Bias Concerns
Instrumental … Direct observation
Measures of energy expenditure (indirect calorimetry, doubly labeled water method … Dependent variable
• Primary
• Secondary
§ Independent variable
§ Current form of the variable
§ Method … arithmetic conversions (e.g., metric to imperial)
• Inference models (e.g., logical rules)
• Imputation method
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effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov/sites/default/files/related_files/mrsa-screening-2010_disposition-comments.pdf
January 01, 2010 - incentives that reward positive processes
(e.g., MRSA testing and compliance with infection control procedures … Reviewer #4
(Peer)
Methods Methods: Good. … The progression from acquisition (colonization) to infection cannot be
influenced by screening procedures … were MRSA carriers did not receive anti-MRSA preoperative prophylaxis
at the time they are surgical procedure … Furthermore, 59% of the surgical
patients received < 1 day of decolonization therapy prior to their procedure