Project WP4 – Common Core HTA

Objectives

To produce examples of context-independent HTA topics (Core HTAs) for two different types of questions (e.g. diagnosis and treatment)
Linked to the HTA production to develop a generic methodological HTA framework based on current best practices (Core HTA Structure)
To support the adaptability testing of Core HTAs in various national HTA agencies (Adaptation, WP5) and to finalise the Core Structure after the testing
To participate in the development of models for policy transferability of national adaptations based on these Core HTAs
To examine the need for developing additional types of Core Structures.

Core HTA Structures for two different types of questions (therapy, diagnosis).
Core HTA pilot examples for two different types of questions
Collaboration with WP5 in Quality Management Procedure planning and with WP6 in planning for transferability to policy
Workshops for testing adaptation and transferability (arranged by WPs 5 and 6)
Handbook on Core HTA development and use.

FinOHTA

Finland