Health Technology Assessment

Volume 9 (2005)

50 issues

Extended Research Article

The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of parent training/education programmes for the treatment of conduct disorder, including oppositional defiant disorder, in children

Dretzke J
,
Frew E
,
Davenport C
,
Barlow J
,
Stewart-Brown S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 50
  • Published:
    19 December 2005

Extended Research Article

Towards evidence-based guidelines for the prevention of venous thromboembolism: systematic reviews of mechanical methods, oral anticoagulation, dextran and regional anaesthesia as thromboprophylaxis

Roderick P
,
Ferris G
,
Wilson K
,
Halls H
,
Jackson D
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 49
  • Published:
    19 December 2005

Extended Research Article

Systematic review of effectiveness of different treatments for childhood retinoblastoma

McDaid C
,
Hartley S
,
Bagnall A
,
Ritchie G
,
Light K
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 48
  • Published:
    19 December 2005

Extended Research Article

Clinical and cost-effectiveness of autologous chondrocyte implantation for cartilage defects in knee joints: systematic review and economic evaluation

Clar C
,
Cummins E
,
McIntyre L
,
Thomas S
,
Lamb J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 47
  • Published:
    19 December 2005

Extended Research Article

The effectiveness of the Heidelberg Retina Tomograph and laser diagnostic glaucoma scanning system (GDx) in detecting and monitoring glaucoma

Kwartz A
,
Henson D
,
Harper R
,
Spencer F
,
McLeod D.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 46
  • Published:
    25 November 2005

Extended Research Article

The clinical and cost-effectiveness of left ventricular assist devices for end- stage heart failures: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Clegg A
,
Scott D
,
Loveman E
,
Colquitt J
,
Hutchinson J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 45
  • Published:
    25 November 2005

Extended Research Article

Newborn screening for congenital heart defects: a systematic review and cost-effectiveness analysis

Knowles R
,
Griebsch I
,
Dezateux C
,
Brown J
,
Bull C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 44
  • Published:
    25 November 2005

Extended Research Article

The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of dual-chamber pacemakers compared with single-chamber pacemakers for bradycardia due to atrioventricular block or sick sinus syndrome: systematic review and economic evaluation

Castelnuovo E
,
Stein K
,
Pitt M
,
Garside R
,
Payne L.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 43
  • Published:
    9 November 2005

Extended Research Article

Long-term outcome of cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) clinical trials in central Scotland

Durham R
,
Chambers J
,
Power K
,
Sharp D
,
MacDonald R
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 42
  • Published:
    10 November 2005

Extended Research Article

Displaced intracapsular hip fractures in fit, older people: a randomised comparison of reduction and fixation, bipolar hemiarthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty

Keating J
,
Grant A
,
Masson M
,
Scott N
,
Forbes J.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 41
  • Published:
    6 October 2005

Extended Research Article

A randomised controlled trial and cost-effectiveness study of systematic screening (targeted and total population screening) versus routine practice for the detection of atrial fibrillation in people aged 65 and over: The SAFE study

Hobbs R
,
Fitzmaurice D
,
Jowett S
,
Mant J
,
Murray E
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 40
  • Published:
    10 October 2005

Extended Research Article

Is hydrotherapy cost effective? A randomised controlled trial of combined hydrotherapy programmes compared with physiotherapy land techniques in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis

Epps H
,
Ginnelly L
,
Utley M
,
Southwood T
,
Gallivan S
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 39
  • Published:
    3 October 2005

Extended Research Article

The causes and effects of socio-demographic exclusions from clinical trials

Bartlett C
,
Doyal L
,
Ebrahim S
,
Davey P
,
Bachmann M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 38
  • Published:
    3 October 2005

Extended Research Article

A trial of problem-solving by community mental health nurses for anxiety, depression and life difficulties among general practice patients. The CPN_GP study

Kendrick A
,
Simons L
,
Mynors-Wallis L
,
Gray A
,
Lathlean J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 37
  • Published:
    21 September 2005

Extended Research Article

The clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of implantable cardioverter defibrillators: a systematic review

Bryant J
,
Brodin H
,
Loveman E
,
Payne L
,
Clegg A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 36
  • Published:
    21 September 2005

Extended Research Article

Conceptual framework and systematic review of the effects of participants' and professionals' preferences in randomised controlled trials

King M
,
Nazareth I
,
Lampe F
,
Bower P
,
Chandler M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 35
  • Published:
    21 September 2005

Extended Research Article

The British Rheumatoid Outcome Study Group (BROSG) randomised controlled trial to compare the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of aggressive versus symptomatic therapy in established rheumatoid arthritis

Symmons D
,
Tricker K
,
Roberts C
,
Davies L
,
Dawes P
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 34
  • Published:
    21 September 2005

Extended Research Article

Cost-effectiveness and safety of epidural steroids in the management of sciatica

Price C
,
Arden N
,
Coglan L
,
Rogers P.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 33
  • Published:
    25 August 2005

Extended Research Article

Longer term clinical and economic benefits of offering acupuncture care to patients with chronic low back pain

Thomas K
,
MacPherson H
,
Ratcliffe J
,
Thorpe L
,
Brazier J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 32
  • Published:
    25 August 2005

Extended Research Article

Randomised controlled trial of the cost-effectiveness of water-based therapy for lower limb osteoarthritis

Cochrane T
,
Davey R
,
Matthes Edwards S.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 31
  • Published:
    25 August 2005

Extended Research Article

Systematic review on urine albumin testing for early detection of diabetic complications

Newman DJ
,
Mattock MB
,
Dawnay AB
,
Kerry S
,
McGuire A
,
Yaqoob M
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 30
  • Published:
    25 August 2005

Extended Research Article

The effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of pimecrolimus and tacrolimus for atopic eczema: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Garside R
,
Stein K
,
Castelnuovo E
,
Pitt M
,
Ashcroft D
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 29
  • Published:
    27 July 2005

Extended Research Article

Outcomes of electrically stimulated gracilis neosphincter surgery

Tillin T
,
Chambers M
,
Feldman R.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 28
  • Published:
    27 July 2005

Extended Research Article

Cost-effectiveness of alternative strategies for the initial medical management of non-ST elevation acute coronary syndrome: systematic review and decision-analytical modelling

Robinson M
,
Palmer S
,
Sculpher M
,
Philips Z
,
Ginnelly L
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 27
  • Published:
    27 July 2005

Extended Research Article

Indirect comparisons of competing interventions

Glenny A
,
Altman D
,
Song F
,
Sakarovitch C
,
Deeks J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 26
  • Published:
    27 July 2005

Extended Research Article

Imatinib for the treatment of patients with unresectable and/or metastatic gastrointestinal stromal tumours: systematic review and economic evaluation

Wilson J
,
Connock M
,
Song F
,
Yao G
,
Fry-Smith A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 25
  • Published:
    12 July 2005

Extended Research Article

An evaluation of the costs, effectiveness and quality of renal replacement therapy provision in renal satellite units in England and Wales

Roderick P
,
Nicholson T
,
Armitage A
,
Mehta R
,
Mullee M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 24
  • Published:
    7 July 2005

Extended Research Article

A systematic review to examine the impact of psycho-educational interventions on health outcomes and costs in adults and children with difficult asthma

Smith J
,
Mugford M
,
Holland R
,
Candy B
,
Noble M
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 23
  • Published:
    14 June 2005

Extended Research Article

A systematic review and economic evaluation of alendronate, etidronate, risedronate, raloxifene and teriparatide for the prevention and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis

Stevenson M
,
Jones ML
,
De Nigris E
,
Brewer N
,
Davis S
,
Oakley J
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 22
  • Published:
    14 June 2005

Extended Research Article

Clinical and cost-effectiveness of newer immunosuppressive regimens in renal transplantation: a systematic review and modelling study

Woodroffe R
,
Yao G
,
Meads C
,
Bayliss S
,
Ready A
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 21
  • Published:
    31 May 2005

Extended Research Article

Potential use of routine databases in health technology assessment

Raftery J
,
Roderick P
,
Stevens A.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 20
  • Published:
    27 May 2005

Extended Research Article

The investigation and analysis of critical incidents and adverse events in healthcare

Woloshynowych M
,
Rogers S
,
Taylor-Adams S
,
Vincent C.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 19
  • Published:
    27 May 2005

Extended Research Article

A randomised controlled comparison of alternative strategies in stroke care

Kalra L
,
Evans A
,
Perez I
,
Knapp M
,
Swift C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 18
  • Published:
    24 May 2005

Extended Research Article

Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of immediate angioplasty for acute myocardial infarction: systematic review and economic evaluation

Hartwell D
,
Colquitt J
,
Loveman E
,
Clegg A
,
Brodin H
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 17
  • Published:
    23 May 2005

Extended Research Article

A randomised controlled trial to compare the cost-effectiveness of tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors and lofepramine

Peveler R
,
Kendrick A
,
Buxton M
,
Longworth L
,
Baldwin D
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 16
  • Published:
    12 May 2005

Extended Research Article

Clinical effectiveness, tolerability and cost-effectiveness of newer drugs for epilepsy in adults: a systematic review and economic evaluation

Wilby J
,
Kainth A
,
Hawkins N
,
Epstein D
,
McIntosh H
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 15
  • Published:
    3 May 2005

Extended Research Article

Laparoscopic surgery for inguinal hernia repair: systematic review of effectiveness and economic evaluation

McCormack K
,
Wake B
,
Perez J
,
Fraser C
,
Cook J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 14
  • Published:
    3 May 2005

Extended Research Article

Cervical screening programmes: can automation help? Evidence from systematic reviews, an economic analysis and a simulation modelling exercise applied to the UK

Willis B
,
Barton P
,
Pearmain P
,
Bryan S
,
Hyde C.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 13
  • Published:
    31 March 2005

Extended Research Article

A methodological review of how heterogeneity has been examined in systematic reviews of diagnostic test accuracy

Dinnes J
,
Deeks J
,
Kirby J
,
Roderick P.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 12
  • Published:
    31 March 2005

Extended Research Article

Clinical effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of drotrecogin alfa (activated) (Xigris) for the treatment of severe sepsis in adults:a systematic review and economic evaluation

Green C
,
Dinnes J
,
Takeda A
,
Shepherd J
,
Hartwell D
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 11
  • Published:
    31 March 2005

Extended Research Article

Measurement of health-related quality of life for people with dementia: development of a new instrument (DEMQOL) and an evaluation of current methodology

Smith S
,
Lamping D
,
Banerjee S
,
Harwood R
,
Foley B
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 10
  • Published:
    31 March 2005

Extended Research Article

Clinical and cost-effectiveness of electroconvulsive therapy for depressive illness, schizophrenia, catatonia and mania; systematic reviews and economic modelling studies

Greenhalgh J
,
Knight C
,
Hind D
,
Beverley C
,
Walters S.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 9
  • Published:
    31 March 2005

Extended Research Article

Lay public's understanding of equipoise and randomisation in randomised controlled trials

Robinson E
,
Kerr C
,
Stevens A
,
Lilford R
,
Braunholtz D
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 8
  • Published:
    17 March 2005

Extended Research Article

Issues in data monitoring and interim analysis of trials

Grant A
,
Altman D
,
Babiker A
,
Campbell M
,
Clemens F
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 7
  • Published:
    17 March 2005

Extended Research Article

Impact of computer-aided detection prompts on the sensitivity and specificity of screening mammography

Champness J
,
Given-Wilson R
,
Johnston K
,
Potts H
,
Taylor P.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 6
  • Published:
    18 February 2005

Extended Research Article

A pragmatic randomised controlled trial of the cost-effectiveness of palliative therapies for patients with inoperable oesophageal cancer

Shenfine J
,
McNamee P
,
Steen N
,
Bond J
,
Griffin S.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 5
  • Published:
    18 February 2005

Extended Research Article

Randomised evaluation of alternative electrosurgical modalities to treat bladder outflow obstruction in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia

Fowler C
,
McAllister W
,
Plail R
,
Karim O
,
Yang Q.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 4
  • Published:
    11 February 2005

Extended Research Article

Improving the referral process for familial breast cancer genetic counselling: findings of three randomised controlled trials of two interventions

Wilson B
,
Torrance N
,
Mollison J
,
Wordsworth S
,
Gray J
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 3
  • Published:
    11 February 2005

Extended Research Article

Do the findings of case series studies vary significantly according to methodological characteristics?

Dalziel K
,
Round A
,
Stein K
,
Garside R
,
Castelnuovo E
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 2
  • Published:
    12 January 2005

Extended Research Article

Randomised controlled multiple treatment comparison to provide a cost-effectiveness rationale for the selection of antimicrobial therapy in acne

Ozolins M
,
Eady E
,
Avery A
,
Cunliffe W
,
O'Neill C
,
et al.
  • Journal:
    Health Technology Assessment Volume: 9, Issue: 1
  • Published:
    12 January 2005

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