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Health technology assessment (HTA) in Denmark gained traction recently due to resource limitations, driving prioritization efforts. While politicians are satisfied, evaluating HTA

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Decision support Health care system Keywords Health Technology Assessment

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Area of Science:

Health policy
Health economics

Context:

Health technology assessment (HTA) established in Denmark 20 years ago.
Recent surge in HTA adoption driven by resource constraints and prioritization needs.

Purpose:

To support decision-making through comprehensive information. To guide prioritization in healthcare resource allocation.

Summary:

Danish HTA development characterized by diversity, decentralization, and interdisciplinary methodology.
Experiences include successful applications and challenges with political processes.
Politicians generally satisfied with HTA achievements.

Impact:

HTA implementation has accelerated with national strategies and institutions.
Significant work remains in evaluating HTA impact and implementing results.
Integrating HTA findings into practice presents future challenges.