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Figure 15.5 . a : Drummond checklist (Drummond 1996)
Not appropriate
Study design
The research question is stated.
The economic importance of the research question is stated.
The viewpoint(s) of the analysis are clearly stated and justified.
The rationale for choosing alternative programmes or interventions compared is stated.
The alternatives being compared are clearly described.
The form of economic evaluation used is stated.
The choice of form of economic evaluation is justified in relation to the questions addressed.
Data collection
The source(s) of effectiveness estimates used are stated.
Details of the design and results of effectiveness study are given (if based on a single study).
Details of the methods of synthesis or meta-analysis of estimates are given (if based on a synthesis of a number of effectiveness studies).
The primary outcome measure(s) for the economic evaluation are clearly stated.
Methods to value benefits are stated.