Objetivo The overall objective is to develop an assessment framework for information systems and technologies in medicine, which will facilitate decision-making at local, national and international levels. The key aspects of benefits and costs will be identified along with social, organizational and health service factors. Evaluation techniques have been developed to be used in the assessment of information technology applied in the health care sector. To provide the necessary background for developing the evaluation framework, surveys were undertaken into the current state of diffusion of information technology in European health care systems and the changes expected in the near future. The policies of European governments with regard to assessment of this type of technology were also reviewed. Widespread consultation with other projects has taken place to test the relevance of ideas and to disseminate results. 3 detailed case studies were developed to illustrate the use of the evaluation framework. 4 objectives were identified for an integrated community approach to developing information technology: improved quality and service; improved cost effectiveness; improved biomedical research; improved industrial competitiveness. The European survey undertaken covered 16 countries from which 13 detailed responses were obtained. A comprehensive assessment approach was employed, and then narrowed down to the most important aspects. The approach covered constructive assessment during product development, technology assessment during field trials and later stages, and diffusion studies at any points. A list of elements were identified which were potentially relevant to an assessment: system costs, manpower implications and health benefits. It was concluded that a sound appraisal of any information technology development in health care should concentrate on these 3 areas. Controlled trials of decision support systems have been undertaken in order to measure the true health benefits. Proper controls in the evaluation of large systems are more difficult to achieve. Information technology offers the possibility to improve the quality and reduce the cost of studies.The project will use the output of other AIM projects as a data source for the testing of criteria, and consult with other contractors on the feasibility of proposals through meetings and workshops. The project will draw in the benefits of outside experience and expertise through the members' extensive contacts with national and international organizations involved in technology assessment. During the AIM Exploratory Phase a recommended plan for the assessment of completed projects will be produced. The timing of the Exploratory Phase will prevent actual assessment of completed projects, but the proposed work will make a valuable contribution towards MT3 and the setting of future priorities. Main Deliverables : Review of IT potential in health care, impact assessment of individual technologies, currently using criteria to evaluate AIM Exploratory phase work. Programa(s) FP2-AIM 1 - Community action (EEC) in the field of information technology & telecommunications applied to health care (AIM) - Exploratory action, 1988-1989 Tema(s) Data not available Convocatoria de propuestas Data not available Régimen de financiación Data not available Coordinador University of York Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección Heslington - YO1 5DD York Reino Unido Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos Participantes (4) Ordenar alfabéticamente Ordenar por aportación de la UE Ampliar todo Contraer todo DANISH HOSPITAL INSTITUTE Dinamarca Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos INSTITUT NATIONAL DE LA SANTE ET DE LA RECHERCHE MEDICALE (INSERM) Francia Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección 101 Rue de Tolbiac Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos TECHNICAL RESEARCH CENTRE OF FINLAND Finlandia Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos University of Linkoping Suecia Aportación de la UE Sin datos Dirección Ver en el mapa Coste total Sin datos
