Electrophysiology Consumables Procurement in Europe: Implications for Access, Innovation and Value-Based Care

Key Result

Integrating clinician input and value-based frameworks in EP consumables procurement could enhance outcomes and patient care in Europe.

Key Points

• The aim is to examine how procurement systems for electrophysiology consumables can be improved in Europe.
• Analyzed procurement structures across European countries
• Evaluated practices related to clinician engagement and sustainability
• Assessed the alignment of procurement with clinical and innovation priorities
• Differences in procurement practices affect access to EP consumables
• Integrating clinician input could improve procurement outcomes
• Harmonized guidance may promote innovation and fairness in procurement