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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 5 of 5 Research Studies DisplayedHartling L, Guise JM, Kato E
AHRQ Author: Kato, E, Berliner E
A taxonomy of rapid reviews links report types and methods to specific decision-making contexts.
The researchers described characteristics of rapid reviews and examined the impact of methodological variations on their reliability and validity. They concluded that rapid products have tremendous methodological variation and that categorization based on timeframe or type of synthesis reveals patterns. The similarity across rapid products lies in the close relationship with the end user to meet time-sensitive decision-making needs.
AHRQ-authored; AHRQ-funded; 290201200013I; 290201200010I; 290201200011I; 290201200015I; 290201200007I; 290201200004C.
Citation: Hartling L, Guise JM, Kato E .
A taxonomy of rapid reviews links report types and methods to specific decision-making contexts.
J Clin Epidemiol 2015 Dec;68(12):1451-62.e3. doi: 10.1016/j.jclinepi.2015.05.036.
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Keywords: Shared Decision Making, Evidence-Based Practice, Data, Research Methodologies
Whicher DM, Miller JE, Dunham KM
Gatekeepers for pragmatic clinical trials.
The authors provided a framework to help guide gatekeepers' decision-making related to the use of resources for pragmatic clinical trials. They stated that recognition of the complex set of considerations that should inform decision-making will guide gatekeepers in making justifiable choices regarding the use of limited and valuable resources.
AHRQ-funded; HS000029.
Citation: Whicher DM, Miller JE, Dunham KM .
Gatekeepers for pragmatic clinical trials.
Clin Trials 2015 Oct;12(5):442-8. doi: 10.1177/1740774515597699.
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Keywords: Shared Decision Making, Evidence-Based Practice, Comparative Effectiveness, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Research Methodologies
Fischer MA, Allen-Coleman C, Farrell SF
Stakeholder assessment of comparative effectiveness research needs for Medicaid populations.
Because children, pregnant women and people with mental illness have generally been underrepresented in research discussions, comparative effectiveness rsearch (CER) questions for these groups may be understudied. To address this problem, AHRQ commissioned a team to work with Medicaid Medical Directors and other stakeholders to identify relevant CER questions. Through an iterative process of topic identification and refinement, they developed relevant, feasible and actionable questions based on issues affecting Medicaid programs nationwide.
AHRQ-funded; 290200500161.
Citation: Fischer MA, Allen-Coleman C, Farrell SF .
Stakeholder assessment of comparative effectiveness research needs for Medicaid populations.
J Comp Eff Res 2015 Sep;4(5):465-71. doi: 10.2217/cer.15.26.
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Keywords: Comparative Effectiveness, Medicaid, Research Methodologies, Shared Decision Making, Vulnerable Populations
Carman KL, Mallery C, Maurer M
Effectiveness of public deliberation methods for gathering input on issues in healthcare: results from a randomized trial.
The researchers conducted a 5-arm randomized controlled trial, assigning participants to one of four deliberative methods or to a reading materials only control group. They found that participating in deliberation increased participants' knowledge of evidence and comparative effectiveness research and shifted participants' attitudes regarding the role of evidence in decision-making.
AHRQ-funded; 290201000005C.
Citation: Carman KL, Mallery C, Maurer M .
Effectiveness of public deliberation methods for gathering input on issues in healthcare: results from a randomized trial.
Soc Sci Med 2015 May;133:11-20. doi: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2015.03.024..
Keywords: Comparative Effectiveness, Evidence-Based Practice, Research Methodologies, Shared Decision Making
Featherstone RM, Dryden DM, Foisy M
Advancing knowledge of rapid reviews: an analysis of results, conclusions and recommendations from published review articles examining rapid reviews.
This paper summarizes results, conclusions, and recommendations from published review articles examining rapid reviews (RRs). RR definitions, methods, and applications vary substantially. Published review articles suggest that RRs should not be viewed as a substitute for a standard review, although they have unique value for decision-makers. Recommendations for RR producers include transparency of methods used and the development of reporting standards.
AHRQ-funded; 290201200004C; 290201200010I; 290201200011I; 290201200013I; 290201200015I.
Citation: Featherstone RM, Dryden DM, Foisy M .
Advancing knowledge of rapid reviews: an analysis of results, conclusions and recommendations from published review articles examining rapid reviews.
Syst Rev 2015 Apr 17;4:50. doi: 10.1186/s13643-015-0040-4.
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Keywords: Research Methodologies, Evidence-Based Practice, Shared Decision Making