Health Economic Publication Digest: Development of an instrument (Cost-IS) to estimate costs of implementation strategies for digital health solutions: a modified e-Delphi study

MTRC shares the most relevant and impactful publications in the field of market access and HEOR for medical technologies in Europe through its Publications Digest. In a recent publication, Casado-Arroyo et al. assessed the current landscape of health technology assessment (HTA) for innovative cardiology devices in Europe. The review identified three central themes: the expanding role of clinicians in HTA processes, the integration of digital technologies and AI into assessment frameworks, and significant variation in HTA practices across EU countries. The authors noted that new regulatory initiatives, such as the HTA Regulation, could facilitate alignment between clinical practice, evidence-based evaluation, and reimbursement processes.

MTRC shares the most relevant and impactful publications in the field of market access and HEOR for medical technologies in Europe through its Sustainability Publications Digest. In a recent publication, Kloevekorn et al. conducted a qualitative systematic review to analyze direct sources of carbon emissions in hospital surgical care, using the Congruence Model as a framework. The authors found that major emission sources include anesthetic gases, sterilization practices, and ingrained workplace behaviors, while sustainability efforts are primarily linked to waste policies. The study highlights the value of the Congruence Model for uncovering challenges in decarbonizing surgical care.

MTRC shares the most relevant and impactful publications in the field of market access and HEOR for medical technologies in Europe through its Publications Digest. In a recent publication, Jaksa et al. conducted a targeted review of health technology reassessments across six international HTA agencies to examine the use of real-world evidence (RWE). The analysis of 40 recent reassessments found that 55% incorporated RWE, primarily drawing on registry data to address clinical uncertainties. However, RWE use did not alter patient access outcomes, and no de novo comparative RWE studies were identified, highlighting the need for greater alignment between agencies and sponsors on evidence needs and study feasibility.

MTRC shares the most relevant and impactful publications in the field of market access and HEOR for medical technologies in Europe through its EU HTA Publications Digest. In a recent publication, Ivo et al. examined the evolution and future prospects of European-level cooperation in health technology assessment, focusing on the implementation of the EU HTA Regulation. The authors highlighted the critical role of harmonised methodologies and coordinated capacity building in overcoming national heterogeneity. The new regulation is expected to streamline assessments, improve efficiency, and accelerate equitable access to innovative health technologies across Europe.

MTRC shares the most relevant and impactful publications in the field of market access and HEOR for medical technologies in Europe through its Sustainability Publications Digest. In a recent publication, Amin et al. conducted an audit to quantify both contaminated and recyclable waste generated from invasive cardiac procedures in a single cardiac center, which performs approximately 350 cardiac surgeries and 2,900 interventional cases annually. The study found that the center produced an estimated 11,000 kg of recyclable and 30,000 kg of contaminated waste each year, with potential global extrapolation reaching 150 million kg of annual waste from such procedures. The authors highlight the need for sustainability initiatives within cardiology to address the environmental burden of medical waste.