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The need for technology assessment in the reproductive sciences.

P G McDonough1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta 30912.

American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
|April 1, 1992
PubMed
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Medicine needs better technology assessment to ensure new treatments like laser therapy are safe and effective. Developing clear guidelines and fostering research leadership can improve healthcare by prioritizing proven, economical medical procedures.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical technology assessment
  • Health services research
  • Reproductive sciences

Background:

  • Rapid adoption of new medical technologies, such as laser therapy, often outpaces critical peer review.
  • A lack of standardized methods for evaluating technological advancements poses a challenge to evidence-based practice.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose guidelines for differentiating experimental medical procedures from state-of-the-art technology.
  • To advocate for the development of leadership in technology assessment and health services research.
  • To explore collaborative models for funding and implementing technology assessment programs.

Main Methods:

  • Development of guidelines for evaluating medical and surgical procedures, including non-biomedical aspects and comparative analyses.

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  • Emphasis on fostering expertise in technology assessment and health services research.
  • Proposal of joint ventures between professional societies and third-party payers.

    • Main Results:

    • Identification of the need for structured evaluation of emerging medical technologies.
    • Recognition of the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration for robust technology assessment.
    • Potential for joint ventures to secure funding and establish assessment programs.

    Conclusions:

    • Implementing structured technology assessment can lead to the development of clinical decision analysis and operations research as a scientific discipline.
    • Effective assessment will help eliminate ineffective procedures and retain beneficial, cost-effective technologies.
    • This approach aims to enhance healthcare by ensuring the adoption of superior medical interventions.