Relevant domains for health technology assessment of medical device reimbursement in Brazil's unified health system: a survey and Delphi panel study on stakeholder preferences.

ABSTRACT:

Aims

Health technology assessment (HTA) for medical devices (MDs) is essential for adoption decisions, but the sector's particularities studied here defy regulatory frameworks. In Brazil, the National Policy for Health Technology Management (PNGTS) provides guidelines for HTA, but the reimbursement of MDs in the Brazilian National Health System (SUS) still faces challenges. This study aimed to identify and validate relevant domains and attributes for HTA of MDs in the SUS, considering the perspectives of various stakeholders.

Objectives

To analyze and validate the essential domains and attributes for conducting HTA studies focused on the reimbursement of MDs in the SUS.

Methods

A baseline systematic review was performed, which was followed by two additional stages: a

SUBMITTER: Toscas FS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12555777 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature