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Assessing medical technology in less-developed countries

S Sideman1, J D BenDak

  • 1Technion-Israel Institute of Technology.

International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care
|July 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This study proposes a framework for assessing medical technology in less developed countries (LDCs), considering resources and management. It highlights key parameters and intangible factors crucial for healthcare improvement.

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Area of Science:

  • Health Policy and Management
  • Medical Technology Assessment
  • Global Health

Background:

  • Less developed countries (LDCs) face significant limitations in medical resources.
  • Effective management of medical technology is crucial for national healthcare systems in LDCs, with economic, political, and ethical implications.
  • Existing frameworks may not adequately address the unique challenges of medical technology assessment in resource-limited settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To propose a framework for the assessment of medical technology within the context of less developed countries (LDCs).
  • To identify and analyze the major parameters involved in the medical technology assessment process in LDCs.
  • To emphasize the significance of intangible factors in the successful implementation and management of medical technologies.

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Main Methods:

  • Development of a conceptual framework for medical technology assessment.
  • Analysis of key parameters including stakeholders, boundaries, constraints, goals, objectives, criteria, and performance measures.
  • Qualitative exploration of the role and importance of intangible factors.

Main Results:

  • A structured framework is proposed for analyzing medical technology assessment in LDCs.
  • Identified key parameters provide a comprehensive approach to evaluation.
  • The study elucidates the critical influence of intangible factors often overlooked in resource-limited environments.

Conclusions:

  • The proposed framework offers a systematic approach to medical technology assessment in LDCs.
  • Addressing both tangible and intangible factors is essential for effective healthcare resource allocation.
  • This study contributes to improving healthcare management and policy in less developed countries through better technology assessment.