Health technology assessment framework for artificial intelligence-based technologies
2024

Framework for Assessing AI in Health Technologies

Sample size: 46 publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Di Bidino Rossella, Daugbjerg Signe, Papavero Sara C., Haraldsen Ira H., Cicchetti Americo, Sacchini Dario

Primary Institution: Graduate School of Health Economics and Management, Universita Cattolica del SacroCuore

Hypothesis

Is there a standardized framework for evaluating artificial intelligence-based health technologies?

Conclusion

A robust assessment framework for AI tools in healthcare is essential for effective evaluation and decision-making.

Supporting Evidence

  • 48 out of 65 proposed topics were deemed critical for inclusion in the HTA framework.
  • Top topics included accuracy of the AI model and patient safety.
  • Experts emphasized the need for an adaptable framework to assess diverse AI technologies.

Takeaway

Experts agree that we need a better way to evaluate AI technologies in healthcare, focusing on important topics like safety and accuracy.

Methodology

A two-round Delphi survey was conducted with 46 experts to identify critical topics for an HTA framework for AI technologies.

Potential Biases

Varying levels of expertise among panel members may have influenced the results.

Limitations

The panel lacked diverse representation, particularly from patients, and some topics lacked clear definitions.

Participant Demographics

The majority of panelists were from Europe, with a mix of clinicians, HTA experts, and technical experts.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1017/S0266462324000308

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