Patient-Centered Research for Standards of Outcomes in Diagnostic Tests (PROD) [Methods Study], Washington and Idaho, 2015-2020 (ICPSR 39641)
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Matthew J. Thompson, University of Washington
https://doi.org/10.3886/ICPSR39641.v1
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Imaging tests, such as X-rays and MRIs, can help find health problems. When assessing how well the tests work, accuracy is important. But other benefits and harms, such as having pain from the test or relieving worry by knowing test results, may also matter to patients.
In this study, the research team wanted to learn what effects of imaging tests matter to patients.
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To develop consensus-based recommendations on patient-centered outcomes for evaluating diagnostic imaging test options
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This study sought to propose domains to better assess the benefits and harms of imaging tests from a patient perspective. Researchers first conducted interviews with 77 participants, including patients who recently received imaging tests, primary care providers, and radiology providers, about their experiences with and understanding of imaging tests.All interview participants received or provided care at clinics in Washington or Idaho.
Next, researchers conducted a systematic review of 89 empirical articles about imaging screening, diagnosis, surveillance and monitoring, and staging with adult patients. Researchers examined the frequency and types of patient-centered outcomes reported in these studies.
To identify important domains of patient-centered outcomes, an advisory board consisting of patients, primary care providers, radiology providers, researchers, and imaging industry representatives participated in a consensus meeting based on findings from the interviews and systematic review. The board also provided input on study methods, data collection, and data interpretation.
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Patients who received imaging tests, primary care providers, and radiology providers from clinics in Washington and Idaho
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77 semistructured interviews with patients who received imaging tests, primary care providers, and radiology providers from clinics in Washington and Idaho; 89 empirical articles about imaging related to screening, diagnosis, surveillance and monitoring, and staging with adult patients
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