EU HTA Publication Digest: Patient Involvement in Health Technology Assessments: Lessons for EU Joint Clinical Assessments

MTRC shares the most relevant and impactful publications in the field of market access and HEOR for medical technologies in Europe through its EU HTA Publications Digest. 

In a recent publication, Pickaert analysed patient involvement practices in health technology assessment (HTA) across seven countries (Canada, England, Scotland, France, Germany, Spain, and Italy) to identify lessons for the EU Joint Clinical Assessment (JCA) framework. Drawing on the Acute Leukemia Advocates Network’s comparative review, the study highlighted effective approaches such as early engagement, clear frameworks, and patient capacity building. Embedding these elements into EU JCAs could set a global standard for meaningful patient participation in HTA processes.

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