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Multiple criteria decision analysis (MCDA) and Assurance Framework for Research (A4R) can be combined to improve health technology assessment. This integration addresses criticisms of both methods, enhancing priority setting in healthcare.

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  • Health Technology Assessment
  • Decision Analysis
  • Health Policy

Background:

  • Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) is used for health technology assessment criteria selection.
  • MCDA faces criticism regarding the legitimacy of its decisions.
  • The Relevance Condition of Assurance Framework for Research (A4R) is criticized for vagueness in criteria selection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a combined MCDA and A4R approach for health technology assessment.
  • To address the central criticisms of both MCDA and A4R.
  • To provide a method for health priority setting.

Main Methods:

  • Integration of Multiple Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA) with the Assurance Framework for Research (A4R).
  • Focus on criteria selection within the combined framework.
  • Application to health priority setting challenges.

Main Results:

  • The combined approach addresses the legitimacy concerns of MCDA.
  • The integrated method resolves the vagueness criticism of A4R's relevance condition.
  • A viable strategy for health priority setting is established.

Conclusions:

  • Combining MCDA and A4R offers a robust method for health technology assessment.
  • This integrated approach enhances the legitimacy and clarity of criteria selection.
  • The proposed method effectively aids in health priority setting.