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Jennifer Petkovic1, Olivia Magwood2, Thomas W Concannon3
1Bruyere Research Institute, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada.
Journal of Clinical Epidemiology
|February 19, 2025
Summary
This study introduces the Guidelines International Network-McMaster Guideline Development Checklist (GDC) Extension for Engagement, offering a structured approach to involve diverse stakeholders in health guideline creation for improved outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Stakeholder Engagement
Background:
- Health guidelines are crucial for decision-making in clinical and public health.
- Engaging diverse stakeholders can enhance guideline usefulness, implementability, and acceptability.
- Systematic development ensures guidelines are trustworthy and actionable.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an extension of the Guidelines International Network-McMaster Guideline Development Checklist (GDC) focused on stakeholder engagement.
- To provide a practical tool for guideline developers to involve various interest groups throughout the development process.
Main Methods:
- A 3-phase mixed-methods study was conducted.
- Identified 10 key stakeholder groups and recruited 26 co-leads.
- Conducted systematic reviews, an online survey (195 responses), and 43 key informant interviews.
- Utilized consensus methods with co-leads to finalize the checklist.
Main Results:
- Existing engagement methods, barriers, facilitators, and conflict of interest management strategies were identified.
- Survey and interview data informed the development of the checklist.
- The GIN-McMaster GDC Extension for Engagement was created.
Conclusions:
- The GIN-McMaster GDC Extension for Engagement provides recommendations for involving stakeholders in guideline development.
- This tool supports incorporating advice, feedback, and decision-making from diverse interest groups.
- Enhanced engagement can lead to more effective and accepted health guidelines.
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