Patient involvement in the HTA decision-making process is important and can take place in many ways in several different areas.
HTA Bodies
HTA systems in EuropeArticle
HTA systems in Europe differ, but usually involve assessment and appraisal steps.
Governance and structure of HTA bodiesArticle
HTA bodies vary from place-to-place and are established in rough correspondence to a health system.
Principles for Health Technology Assessment BodiesArticle
The International Working Group for for HTA Advancement has developed a set of fifteen key principles for health technology assessment bodies.
