Health Technology Assessment

Volume 10 (2006)

50 issues

Extended Research Article

Amniocentesis results: investigation of anxiety. The ARIA trial

Hewison J
,
Nixon J
,
Fountain J
,
Cocks K
,
Jones C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 50
  • Published:
    18 December 2006

Extended Research Article

A systematic review and economic model of the clinical and cost-effectiveness of immunosuppressive therapy for renal transplantation in children

Yao G
,
Albon E
,
Adi Y
,
Milford D
,
Bayliss S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 49
  • Published:
    12 December 2006

Extended Research Article

Evaluation of the ventricular assist device programme in the UK

Sharples L
,
Buxton M
,
Caine N
,
Cafferty F
,
Demiris N
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 48
  • Published:
    21 November 2006

Extended Research Article

Systematic reviews of clinical decision tools for acute abdominal pain

Liu J
,
Wyatt J
,
Deeks J
,
Clamp S
,
Keen J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 47
  • Published:
    22 November 2006

Extended Research Article

Etanercept and efalizumab for the treatment of psoriasis: a systematic review

Woolacott N
,
Hawkins N
,
Mason A
,
Kainth A
,
Khadjesari Z
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 46
  • Published:
    22 November 2006

Extended Research Article

Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of laparoscopic surgery for colorectal cancer: systematic reviews and economic evaluation

Murray A
,
Lourenco T
,
de Verteuil R
,
Hernandez R
,
Fraser C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 45
  • Published:
    22 November 2006

Extended Research Article

Cost-effectiveness of cell salvage and alternative methods of minimising perioperative allogeneic blood transfusion: a systematic review and economic model

Davies L
,
Brown T
,
Haynes S
,
Payne K
,
Elliott R
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 44
  • Published:
    7 November 2006

Extended Research Article

Telemedicine in dermatology: a randomised controlled trial

Bowns I
,
Collins K
,
Walters S
,
McDonagh A.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 43
  • Published:
    7 November 2006

Extended Research Article

A systematic review of the effectiveness of adalimumab, etanercept and infliximab for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in adults and an economic evaluation of their cost-effectiveness

Chen Y
,
Jobanputra P
,
Barton P
,
Jowett S
,
Bryan S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 42
  • Published:
    1 November 2006

Extended Research Article

The clinical and cost-effectiveness of oxaliplatin and capecitabine for the adjuvant treatment of colon cancer: systematic review and economic evaluation

Pandor A
,
Eggington S
,
Paisley S
,
Tappenden P
,
Sutcliffe P.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 41
  • Published:
    1 November 2006

Extended Research Article

What are the clinical outcome and cost-effectiveness of endoscopy undertaken by nurses when compared with doctors? A Multi-Institution Nurse Endoscopy Trial (MINuET)

Williams J
,
Russell I
,
Durai D
,
Cheung W
,
Farrin A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 40
  • Published:
    16 October 2006

Extended Research Article

The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of computed tomography screening for coronary artery disease: systematic review

Waugh N
,
Black C
,
Walker S
,
McIntyre L
,
Cummins E
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 39
  • Published:
    11 October 2006

Extended Research Article

A comparison of the cost-effectiveness of five strategies for the prevention of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug-induced gastrointestinal toxicity: a systematic review with economic modelling

Brown T
,
Hooper L
,
Elliott R
,
Payne K
,
Webb R
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 38
  • Published:
    16 October 2006

Extended Research Article

Cognitive behavioural therapy in chronic fatigue syndrome: a randomised controlled trial of an outpatient group programme

O'Dowd H
,
Gladwell P
,
Rogers C
,
Hollinghurst S
,
Gregory A.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 37
  • Published:
    16 October 2006

Extended Research Article

Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of tests for the diagnosis and investigation of urinary tract infection in children: a systematic review and economic model

Whiting P
,
Westwood M
,
Bojke L
,
Palmer S
,
Richardson G
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 36
  • Published:
    16 October 2006

Extended Research Article

Psychological therapies including dialectical behaviour therapy for borderline personality disorder: a systematic review and preliminary economic evaluation

Brazier J
,
Tumur I
,
Holmes M
,
Ferriter M
,
Parry G
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 35
  • Published:
    27 September 2006

Extended Research Article

Cost-effectiveness of using prognostic information to select women with breast cancer for adjuvant systemic therapy

Williams C
,
Brunskill S
,
Altman D
,
Briggs A
,
Campbell H
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 34
  • Published:
    27 September 2006

Extended Research Article

Computerised cognitive behaviour therapy for depression and anxiety update: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Kaltenthaler E
,
Brazier J
,
de Nigris E
,
Tumur I
,
Ferriter M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 33
  • Published:
    27 September 2006

Extended Research Article

The cost-effectiveness of testing for hepatitis C (HCV) in former injecting drug users

Castelnuovo E
,
Thompson-Coon J
,
Pitt M
,
Cramp M
,
Siebert U
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 32
  • Published:
    26 September 2006

Extended Research Article

Etanercept and infliximab for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Woolacott N
,
Bravo Vergel Y
,
Hawkins N
,
Kainth A
,
Khadjesari Z
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 31
  • Published:
    26 September 2006

Extended Research Article

Accurate, practical and cost-effective assessment of carotid stenosis in the UK

Wardlaw J
,
Chappell F
,
Stevenson M
,
de Nigris E
,
Thomas S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 30
  • Published:
    25 September 2006

Extended Research Article

An evaluation of the clinical and cost-effectiveness of pulmonary artery catheters in patient management in intensive care: a systematic review and a randomised controlled trial

Harvey S
,
Stevens K
,
Harrison D
,
Young D
,
Brampton W
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 29
  • Published:
    25 September 2006

Extended Research Article

Adefovir dipivoxil and pegylated interferon alfa-2a for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B: a systematic review and economic evaluation.

Shepherd J
,
Jones J
,
Takeda A
,
Davidson P
,
Price A.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 28
  • Published:
    21 August 2006

Extended Research Article

A review of the evidence on the effects and costs of implantable cardioverter defibrillator therapy in different patient groups, and modelling of cost-effectiveness and cost-utility for these groups in a UK context

Buxton M
,
Caine N
,
Chase D
,
Connelly D
,
Grace A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 27
  • Published:
    22 August 2006

Extended Research Article

A systematic literature review of the effectiveness of non-pharmacological interventions to prevent wandering in dementia and evaluation of the ethical implications and acceptability of their use

Robinson L
,
Hutchings D
,
Corner L
,
Beyer F
,
Dickinson H
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 26
  • Published:
    17 July 2006

Extended Research Article

Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of salicylic acid and cryotherapy for cutaneous warts. An economic decision model

Thomas K
,
Keogh-Brown M
,
Chalmers J
,
Fordham R
,
Holland R
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 25
  • Published:
    17 July 2006

Extended Research Article

The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of enzyme replacement therapy for Gaucher's disease: a systematic review

Connock M
,
Burls A
,
Frew E
,
Fry-Smith A
,
Juarez-Garcia A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 24
  • Published:
    12 July 2006

Extended Research Article

A systematic review and economic model of the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of methylphenidate, dexamfetamine and atomoxetine for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents

King S
,
Griffin S
,
Hodges Z
,
Weatherly H
,
Asseburg C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 23
  • Published:
    12 July 2006

Extended Research Article

Pressure relieving support surfaces: a randomised evaluation

Nixon J
,
Nelson A
,
Cranny G
,
Iglesias Urrutia C
,
Hawkins K
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 22
  • Published:
    22 June 2006

Extended Research Article

Health benefits of antiviral therapy for mild chronic hepatitis C: randomised control trial and economic evaluation

Wright M
,
Grieve R
,
Roberts J
,
Main J
,
Thomas H.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 21
  • Published:
    22 June 2006

Extended Research Article

A systematic review of the clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of enzyme replacement therapies for Fabry's disease and mucopolysaccharidosis type 1

Connock M
,
Juarez-Garcia A
,
Frew E
,
Mans A
,
Dretzke J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 20
  • Published:
    13 June 2006

Extended Research Article

Cognitive behavioural therapy in addition to antispasmodic therapy for irritable bowel syndrome in primary care: a randomised controlled trial

Kennedy T
,
Chalder T
,
McCrone P
,
Darnley S
,
Knapp M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 19
  • Published:
    12 June 2006

Extended Research Article

Diagnostic tests and algorithms used in the investigation of haematuria: systematic reviews and economic evaluation

Rodgers M
,
Nixon J
,
Hempel S
,
Aho T
,
Kelly J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 18
  • Published:
    12 June 2006

Extended Research Article

Randomised controlled trials of conventional antipsychotic versus new atypical drugs, and new atypical drugs versus clozapine, in people with schizophrenia responding poorly to, or intolerant of, current drug treatment

Lewis S
,
Davies L
,
Jones P
,
Barnes T
,
Murray R
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 17
  • Published:
    6 June 2006

Extended Research Article

Systematic review of the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of 'HealOzone' for the treatment of occlusal pit/fissure caries and root caries

Brazzelli M
,
McKenzie L
,
Fielding S
,
Fraser C
,
Clarkson J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 16
  • Published:
    22 May 2006

Extended Research Article

Measurement of the clinical and cost-effectiveness of non-invasive diagnostic testing strategies for deep vein thrombosis

Goodacre S
,
Sampson F
,
Stevenson M
,
Wailoo A
,
Sutton A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 15
  • Published:
    22 May 2006

Extended Research Article

The cost-effectiveness of screening for oral cancer in primary care

Speight P
,
Palmer S
,
Moles D
,
Downer M
,
Smith D
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 14
  • Published:
    16 May 2006

Extended Research Article

Randomised clinical trial, observational study and assessment of cost-effectiveness of the treatment of varicose veins (REACTIV trial)

Michaels J
,
Campbell B
,
Brazier J
,
MacIntyre J
,
Palfreyman S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 13
  • Published:
    16 May 2006

Extended Research Article

A series of systematic reviews to inform a decision analysis for sampling and treating infected diabetic foot ulcers

Nelson A
,
O'Meara S
,
Craig D
,
Iglesias Urrutia C
,
Golder S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 12
  • Published:
    11 April 2006

Extended Research Article

Screening for thrombophilia in high-risk situations: systematic review and cost-effectiveness analysis. The Thrombosis: Risk and Economic Assessment of Thrombophilia Screening (TREATS) study

Wu O
,
Robertson L
,
Twaddle S
,
Lowe G
,
Clark P
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 11
  • Published:
    11 April 2006

Extended Research Article

Evaluation of molecular techniques in prediction and diagnosis of cytomegalovirus disease in immunocompromised patients

Szczepura A
,
Westmoreland D
,
Vinogradova Y
,
Fox J
,
Clark M.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 10
  • Published:
    11 April 2006

Extended Research Article

Topotecan, pegylated liposomal doxorubicin hydrochloride and paclitaxel for second-line or subsequent treatment of advanced ovarian cancer: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Main C
,
Bojke L
,
Griffin S
,
Norman G
,
Barbieri M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 9
  • Published:
    27 March 2006

Extended Research Article

Surveillance of Barrett's oesophagus: exploring the uncertainty through systematic review, expert workshop and economic modelling

Garside R
,
Pitt M
,
Somerville M
,
Stein K
,
Price A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 8
  • Published:
    27 March 2006

Extended Research Article

The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of newer drugs for children with epilepsy. A systematic review

Connock M
,
Frew E
,
Evans B
,
Bryan S
,
Cummins C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 7
  • Published:
    27 March 2006

Extended Research Article

Systematic review and evaluation of methods of assessing urinary incontinence

Martin J
,
Williams K
,
Abrams K
,
Turner D
,
Sutton A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 6
  • Published:
    22 February 2006

Extended Research Article

Comparison of conference abstracts and presentations with full-text articles in the health technology assessments of rapidly evolving technologies

Dundar Y
,
Dodd S
,
Dickson R
,
Walley T
,
Haycox A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 5
  • Published:
    22 February 2006

Extended Research Article

A systematic review of the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of neuroimaging assessments used to visualise the seizure focus in people with refractory epilepsy being considered for surgery

Whiting P
,
Gupta R
,
Burch J
,
Mujica Mota R
,
Wright K
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 4
  • Published:
    22 February 2006

Extended Research Article

The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of computed tomography screening for lung cancer: systematic reviews

Black C
,
Bagust A
,
Boland A
,
Walker S
,
McLeod C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 3
  • Published:
    16 January 2006

Extended Research Article

FOOD: a multicentre randomised trial evaluating feeding policies in patients admitted to hospital with a recent stroke

Dennis M
,
Lewis S
,
Cranswick G
,
Forbes J.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 2
  • Published:
    13 January 2006

Extended Research Article

The clinical and cost-effectiveness of donepezil, rivastigmine, galantamine and memantine for Alzheimer's disease

Loveman E
,
Green C
,
Kirby J
,
Takeda A
,
Picot J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 10, Issue: 1
  • Published:
    16 January 2006

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