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Necromancing the stones

V Goel

    CMAJ : Canadian Medical Association Journal = Journal De L'Association Medicale Canadienne
    |December 15, 1995
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    Extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) is a standard urinary stone treatment. Rapid ESWL adoption highlights the need for thorough effectiveness and safety assessments before widespread use.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Medical Technology Assessment

    Background:

    • Extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy (ESWL) has been a standard treatment for urinary stones for 15 years.
    • The study examines the rapid adoption of ESWL in Quebec, noting its quick expansion within the first two years.

    Discussion:

    • The rapid increase in ESWL use suggests new technologies are often implemented before comprehensive effectiveness and safety evaluations.
    • New medical technologies can alter cost distributions, necessitating careful consideration in economic analyses.
    • The author emphasizes the need for ongoing research into the dissemination patterns of new medical technologies.

    Key Insights:

    • The widespread adoption of ESWL underscores a trend of rapid technology implementation in healthcare.
    • Thorough assessments of effectiveness and safety are crucial for new medical technologies.

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  • Cost implications of new technologies require detailed analysis.

    • Outlook:

    • Further research is essential to document and understand the dissemination of novel medical technologies.
    • Methodological improvements in research are needed to enhance the study of technology adoption.
    • Future studies should focus on robust data collection for assessing new treatments.