Health Technology Assessment

Papers
(The median citation count of Health Technology Assessment is 4. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-02-01 to 2025-02-01.)
ArticleCitations
Tibial nerve stimulation compared with sham to reduce incontinence in care home residents: ELECTRIC RCT232
Behavioural interventions to promote physical activity in a multiethnic population at high risk of diabetes: PROPELS three-arm RCT78
Cost-effectiveness of therapeutics for COVID-19 patients: a rapid review and economic analysis34
Amoxicillin duration and dose for community-acquired pneumonia in children: the CAP-IT factorial non-inferiority RCT33
Optimal pharmacotherapy pathway in adults with diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain: the OPTION-DM RCT27
Cognitive–behavioural therapy compared with standardised medical care for adults with dissociative non-epileptic seizures: the CODES RCT23
Cognitive therapy compared with CBT for social anxiety disorder in adolescents: a feasibility study21
Cognitive–behavioural therapy for a variety of conditions: an overview of systematic reviews and panoramic meta-analysis20
Treatment of Hidradenitis Suppurativa Evaluation Study: the THESEUS prospective cohort study19
Standard threshold laser versus subthreshold micropulse laser for adults with diabetic macular oedema: the DIAMONDS non-inferiority RCT19
Unicompartmental compared with total knee replacement for patients with multimorbidities: a cohort study using propensity score stratification and inverse probability weighting18
Determining optimal strategies for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease: systematic review of cost-effectiveness analyses in the United Kingdom18
Modelling of hypothetical SARS-CoV-2 point of care tests for routine testing in residential care homes: rapid cost-effectiveness analysis15
Moulded cast compared with K-wire fixation after manipulation of an acute dorsally displaced distal radius fracture: the DRAFFT 2 RCT15
Colonoscopy surveillance following adenoma removal to reduce the risk of colorectal cancer: a retrospective cohort study14
Developing a reference protocol for structured expert elicitation in health-care decision-making: a mixed-methods study13
Prognostic biomarkers to identify patients likely to develop severe Crohn’s disease: a systematic review13
High-sensitivity troponin assays for early rule-out of acute myocardial infarction in people with acute chest pain: a systematic review and economic evaluation13
Arthroscopic hip surgery compared with personalised hip therapy in people over 16 years old with femoroacetabular impingement syndrome: UK FASHIoN RCT13
Patch augmentation surgery for rotator cuff repair: the PARCS mixed-methods feasibility study13
A modified video-feedback intervention for carers of foster children aged 6 years and under with reactive attachment disorder: a feasibility study and pilot RCT12
Framework for the development and evaluation of complex interventions: gap analysis, workshop and consultation-informed update12
Modelling of hypothetical SARS-CoV-2 point-of-care tests on admission to hospital from A&E: rapid cost-effectiveness analysis12
Appropriate design and reporting of superiority, equivalence and non-inferiority clinical trials incorporating a benefit–risk assessment: the BRAINS study including expert workshop12
EarlyCDT Lung blood test for risk classification of solid pulmonary nodules: systematic review and economic evaluation12
Prehospital continuous positive airway pressure for acute respiratory failure: the ACUTE feasibility RCT11
Supraglottic airway device versus tracheal intubation in the initial airway management of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: the AIRWAYS-2 cluster RCT11
Mortality impact, risks, and benefits of general population screening for ovarian cancer: the UKCTOCS randomised controlled trial11
Heparin versus citrate anticoagulation for continuous renal replacement therapy in intensive care: the RRAM observational study11
Palliative radiotherapy combined with stent insertion to reduce recurrent dysphagia in oesophageal cancer patients: the ROCS RCT10
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays for monitoring TNF-alpha inhibitors and antibody levels in people with rheumatoid arthritis: a systematic review and economic evaluation10
Development and evaluation of a de-escalation training intervention in adult acute and forensic units: the EDITION systematic review and feasibility trial10
Alternative cascade-testing protocols for identifying and managing patients with familial hypercholesterolaemia: systematic reviews, qualitative study and cost-effectiveness analysis10
Feasibility and design of a trial regarding the optimal mode of delivery for preterm birth: the CASSAVA multiple methods study10
Photobiomodulation in the management of oral mucositis for adult head and neck cancer patients receiving irradiation: the LiTEFORM RCT10
A prognostic model, including quantitative fetal fibronectin, to predict preterm labour: the QUIDS meta-analysis and prospective cohort study10
Coenzyme Q10 to manage chronic heart failure with a reduced ejection fraction: a systematic review and economic evaluation10
Clinical outcomes and adverse events of bariatric surgery in adults with severe obesity in Scotland: the SCOTS observational cohort study9
Improving continence in children and young people with neurodisability: a systematic review and survey9
Undertaking Studies Within A Trial to evaluate recruitment and retention strategies for randomised controlled trials: lessons learnt from the PROMETHEUS research programme9
Endovascular stent grafting and open surgical replacement for chronic thoracic aortic aneurysms: a systematic review and prospective cohort study8
Microdiscectomy compared with transforaminal epidural steroid injection for persistent radicular pain caused by prolapsed intervertebral disc: the NERVES RCT8
Practice nurse-supported weight self-management delivered within the national child immunisation programme for postnatal women: a feasibility cluster RCT8
Non-invasive imaging software to assess the functional significance of coronary stenoses: a systematic review and economic evaluation8
Biomarkers for assessing acute kidney injury for people who are being considered for admission to critical care: a systematic review and cost-effectiveness analysis8
A peer-delivered intervention to reduce harm and improve the well-being of homeless people with problem substance use: the SHARPS feasibility mixed-methods study8
Tranexamic acid to reduce head injury death in people with traumatic brain injury: the CRASH-3 international RCT8
Adrenaline to improve survival in out-of-hospital cardiac arrest: the PARAMEDIC2 RCT8
Defining the optimum strategy for identifying adults and children with coeliac disease: systematic review and economic modelling8
Assessing a 12-month course of oral alendronate for adults with avascular necrosis of the hip: MANTIS RCT with internal pilot7
Universal late pregnancy ultrasound screening to predict adverse outcomes in nulliparous women: a systematic review and cost-effectiveness analysis7
Acceptance and commitment therapy for older people with treatment-resistant generalised anxiety disorder: the FACTOID feasibility study7
Progressive exercise compared with best-practice advice, with or without corticosteroid injection, for rotator cuff disorders: the GRASP factorial RCT7
SeHCAT (tauroselcholic [75selenium] acid) for the investigation of bile acid diarrhoea in adults: a systematic review and cost-effectiveness analysis7
Total ankle replacement versus ankle arthrodesis for patients aged 50–85 years with end-stage ankle osteoarthritis: the TARVA RCT7
A rapid intrapartum test for group B Streptococcus to reduce antibiotic usage in mothers with risk factors: the GBS2 cluster RCT7
Feasibility of a RCT of techniques for managing an impacted fetal head during emergency caesarean section: the MIDAS scoping study7
Optimal surveillance strategies for patients with stage 1 cutaneous melanoma post primary tumour excision: three systematic reviews and an economic model7
Prognostic tools for identification of high risk in people with Crohn’s disease: systematic review and cost-effectiveness study7
Posterior cervical foraminotomy versus anterior cervical discectomy for Cervical Brachialgia: the FORVAD RCT6
A multidomain decision support tool to prevent falls in older people: the FinCH cluster RCT6
Online remote behavioural intervention for tics in 9- to 17-year-olds: the ORBIT RCT with embedded process and economic evaluation6
Assistive technology and telecare to maintain independent living at home for people with dementia: the ATTILA RCT6
The potential impact of policies and structural interventions in reducing cardiovascular disease and mortality: a systematic review of simulation-based studies6
Shock-absorbing flooring for fall-related injury prevention in older adults and staff in hospitals and care homes: the SAFEST systematic review6
Plasma exchange and glucocorticoids to delay death or end-stage renal disease in anti-neutrophil cytoplasm antibody-associated vasculitis: PEXIVAS non-inferiority factorial RCT6
Cardiovascular disease risk communication in NHS Health Checks using QRISK®2 and JBS3 risk calculators: the RICO qualitative and quantitative study6
Tonsillectomy compared with conservative management in patients over 16 years with recurrent sore throat: the NATTINA RCT and economic evaluation6
Antidepressant medication to prevent depression relapse in primary care: the ANTLER RCT6
Modelling approaches for histology-independent cancer drugs to inform NICE appraisals: a systematic review and decision-framework6
The Arabin pessary to prevent preterm birth in women with a twin pregnancy and a short cervix: the STOPPIT 2 RCT6
An intervention to promote self-management, independence and self-efficacy in people with early-stage dementia: the Journeying through Dementia RCT6
One-session treatment compared with multisession CBT in children aged 7–16 years with specific phobias: the ASPECT non-inferiority RCT5
Conservative treatment for uncomplicated appendicitis in children: the CONTRACT feasibility study, including feasibility RCT5
Transfer of thawed frozen embryo versus fresh embryo to improve the healthy baby rate in women undergoing IVF: the E-Freeze RCT5
Systematic voiding programme in adults with urinary incontinence following acute stroke: the ICONS-II RCT5
Lactic acid gel versus metronidazole for recurrent bacterial vaginosis in women aged 16 years and over: the VITA RCT5
Smoking cessation medicines and e-cigarettes: a systematic review, network meta-analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis5
Fall prevention interventions in primary care to reduce fractures and falls in people aged 70 years and over: the PreFIT three-arm cluster RCT5
Preoperative intravenous iron for anaemia in elective major open abdominal surgery: the PREVENTT RCT5
Mifepristone and misoprostol versus placebo and misoprostol for resolution of miscarriage in women diagnosed with missed miscarriage: the MifeMiso RCT5
Antidepressants in pregnancy: applying causal epidemiological methods to understand service-use outcomes in women and long-term neurodevelopmental outcomes in exposed children5
A case management occupational health model to facilitate earlier return to work of NHS staff with common mental health disorders: a feasibility study4
Patient preferences and current practice for adults with steroid-resistant ulcerative colitis: POPSTER mixed-methods study4
Early computed tomography coronary angiography in adults presenting with suspected acute coronary syndrome: the RAPID-CTCA RCT4
Techniques to increase lumbar puncture success in newborn babies: the NeoCLEAR RCT4
Pragmatic randomised controlled trial of guided self-help versus individual cognitive behavioural therapy with a trauma focus for post-traumatic stress disorder (RAPID)4
Frenotomy with breastfeeding support versus breastfeeding support alone for infants with tongue-tie and breastfeeding difficulties: the FROSTTIE RCT4
The effect of statins on muscle symptoms in primary care: the StatinWISE series of 200 N-of-1 RCTs4
Rates of medical or surgical treatment for women with heavy menstrual bleeding: the ECLIPSE trial 10-year observational follow-up study4
Deprescribing medicines in older people living with multimorbidity and polypharmacy: the TAILOR evidence synthesis4
Lamotrigine versus levetiracetam or zonisamide for focal epilepsy and valproate versus levetiracetam for generalised and unclassified epilepsy: two SANAD II non-inferiority RCTs4
A multifaceted intervention to reduce antibiotic prescribing among CHIldren with acute COugh and respiratory tract infection: the CHICO cluster RCT4
Pre-hospital and emergency department treatment of convulsive status epilepticus in adults: an evidence synthesis4
Oral nutritional interventions in frail older people who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition: a systematic review4
Insights from UKCTOCS for design, conduct and analyses of large randomised controlled trials4
Home environmental assessments and modification delivered by occupational therapists to reduce falls in people aged 65 years and over: the OTIS RCT4
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