Core outcome set for intervention research on snakebite envenomation in South Asia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The 2019 WHO strategy to reduce snakebite burden emphasises the need for fostering research on snakebite treatments. A core outcome set (COS) is a consensus minimal list of outcomes that should be measured in research on a particular condition. We aimed to develop a COS for snakebite research in South Asia, the region with the highest burden.

Methods

We used data from a systematic review of outcomes to develop a long list of outcomes which were rated in two rounds of online Delphi survey with healthcare providers, patients and the public, and potential COS users to develop a COS for intervention research on snakebite treatments in South Asia for five intervention groups. Subsequently, meetings, consultations and workshops were organised to reach further consensus.

SUBMITTER: Bhaumik S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12911640 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature