How to compare the costs and benefits: evaluation of the economic evidence

This handbook explains the usefulness and relevance of economics in clinical practice guidelines. It provides information on how to assess cost-effectiveness and if a chosen alternative is economically feasible.

Related publications

The information contained in A guide to the development, implementation and evaluation of clinical practice guidelines (NHMRC 1999) is being supplemented with a series of handbooks with further information on the main stages involved in the development of clinical practice guidelines.

• How to review the evidence: Systematic identification and review of scientific literature 
• How to present the evidence for consumers: Preparation of consumer publications
• How to put evidence into practice: Implementation and dissemination strategies
• Using socioeconomic evidence in clinical practice guidelines