July 23, 2019Journal of the American College of Cardiology
2019 Methodology for Creating Expert Consensus Decision Pathways
Key Points
- To establish a systematic methodology for developing expert consensus decision pathways in clinical practice.
- Conducted a comprehensive review of existing methodologies
- Engaged a panel of experts for consensus building
- Developed frameworks for decision pathways based on clinical evidence
- Established a clear methodology for consensus development
- Improved clarity in clinical decision-making processes
- Enhanced the quality of clinical guidelines through expert input
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“These documents were not created as a competition for the guidelines. Guidelines tell us why we should do something, but the expert consensus decision pathway documents are more focused on how to implement, how to use the things that we should be using on the basis of guideline recommendations. The American College of Cardiology recognized there was a need for guidance at the point of care.”
“Heart failure care is a fast-moving area, requiring constant updates in recommended management strategies. This updated document reflects the ACC's commitment to support clinicians with clear and concise clinical recommendations.”
“This decision pathway, updated with the latest evidence for HFrEF management, is an essential contribution to every clinician's toolbox. It contains clear and simple HFrEF management pathways and practical advice in managing these complex patients.”
Implication
Provides clinicians practical HF implementation tools beyond guidelines; extends consensus methodology to match rapid therapeutic advances.
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