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Taxonomy for methods of resource use measurement
Colin H Ridyard1, Dyfrig A Hughes,
1Centre for Health Economics and Medicines Evaluation, Bangor University, Bangor, Wales, UK.
Health Economics
|January 21, 2014
Summary
Accurate reporting of resource use measures (RUMs) in economic evaluations is crucial. A new taxonomy standardizes RUM descriptions, improving transparency and data collection accuracy in clinical trials.
Area of Science:
- Health Economics
- Clinical Trial Methodology
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Resource use measures (RUMs) are extensively used in UK trial-based economic evaluations.
- Current reporting of RUMs lacks transparency and consistency, potentially affecting accuracy.
- Standardized methods for describing RUMs are needed to enhance reporting quality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a structured taxonomy for reporting methods of resource use measurement.
- To improve the accuracy and transparency of RUM descriptions in clinical trials.
- To establish a consistent framework for data collection in economic evaluations.
Main Methods:
- Examined 94 resource use measures (RUMs) from clinical trials.
- Conducted a descriptive synthesis of extracted RUM data.
- Solicited expert opinion through a consultation process with 20 consultees.
Main Results:
- Found significant variation and inconsistency in the reporting of RUMs.
- Developed a taxonomy detailing data source, RUM completer, administration method, recording format, and recording medium.
- The proposed taxonomy addresses key aspects of RUM methodology.
Conclusions:
- The developed taxonomy provides a standardized approach to describing RUMs.
- Accurate and consistent reporting of RUMs will enhance transparency in economic evaluations.
- This taxonomy is expected to improve the description and accuracy of data collection methods in clinical trials.
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