Evidence-to-Decision tables

Overview

The purpose of EtD frameworks is to help groups of people (panels) making healthcare recommendations or decisions move from evidence to decisions. Frameworks can:

• Inform panel members’ judgements about the pros and cons of each intervention that is considered;
• Ensure the important factors that determine a decision (criteria) are considered;
• Provide a concise summary of the best available research evidence to inform judgements about each criterion;
• Help structure discussion and identify reasons for disagreements;
• Make the basis for decisions transparent to guideline users or those affected by a policy decision.