Prioritizing comparative-effectiveness research topics via stakeholder involvement: an application in COPD

Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2011 Dec;90(6):888-92. doi: 10.1038/clpt.2011.237. Epub 2011 Nov 2.

Abstract

A major priority for funding agencies and researchers involved in comparative-effectiveness research (CER) is to ensure that research questions will produce findings that are relevant and feasible to implement. In this article, we describe a process for involving experts and stakeholders in identifying and prioritizing CER studies, as illustrated by our experience in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Comparative Effectiveness Research / methods*
  • Decision Making
  • Humans
  • Policy Making
  • Pulmonary Disease, Chronic Obstructive / drug therapy*
  • Research Support as Topic*
  • United States