Evidence to Improve Care

Journal: Ontario Health Technology Assessment Series

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Research related to our health technology assessment program is published in a journal called the Ontario Health Technology Assessment Series, which is indexed in MEDLINE, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library. All issues can be found below, categorized by year.

If you have a question about our Health Technology Assessments, please contact us at HTA@HQOntario.ca.

Structured Education and Neuromuscular Exercise Program for Hip and/or Knee Osteoarthritis: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 8
Remote Monitoring of Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillators, Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy, and Permanent Pacemakers: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 7
Bilateral Cochlear Implantation: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 6
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 5
Magnetic Resonance-Guided Focused Ultrasound Neurosurgery for Essential Tremor: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 4
Electronic Monitoring Systems to Assess Urinary Incontinence: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 3
Continuous Monitoring of Glucose for Type 1 Diabetes: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 2
Portable Ultraviolet Light Surface-Disinfecting Devices for Prevention of Hospital-Acquired Infections: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 18, Number 1

Long-Term Continuous Ambulatory ECG Monitors and External Cardiac Loop Recorders for Cardiac Arrhythmia: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 1
Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Devices: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 2
Patient Safety Learning Systems: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 3
Pharmacogenomic Testing for Psychotropic Medication Selection: A Systematic Review of the Assurex GeneSight Psychotropic Test (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 4
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for the Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 5
Prolaris Cell Cycle Progression Test for Localized Prostate Cancer: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 6
Prostate Cancer Patient Perspectives on the Use of Information in Treatment Decision-Making: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-synthesis (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 7
Effect of Early Follow-Up After Hospital Discharge on Outcomes in Patients With Heart Failure or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Systematic Review (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 8
Left Atrial Appendage Closure Device With Delivery System: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 9
Lumbosacral Dorsal Rhizotomy for Spastic Cerebral Palsy: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 10
Robotic Surgical System for Radical Prostatectomy: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 11
Fibreglass Total Contact Casting, Removable Cast Walkers, and Irremovable Cast Walkers to Treat Diabetic Neuropathic Foot Ulcers: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 12
Retinal Prosthesis System for Advanced Retinitis Pigmentosa: A Health Technology Assessment Update (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 13
Electrical Stimulation for Pressure Injuries: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 14
Psychotherapy for Major Depressive Disorder and Generalized Anxiety Disorder: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 15
Home-Based Subcutaneous Infusion of Immunoglobulin for Primary and Secondary Immunodeficiencies: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 17, Number 16

Intrathecal Drug Delivery Systems for Cancer Pain: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 1
Intrathecal Drug Delivery Systems for Noncancer Pain: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 2
Left Ventricular Assist Devices for Destination Therapy: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 3
Mechanical Thrombectomy in Patients With Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 4
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Treatment-Resistant Depression: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 5
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Treatment- Resistant Depression: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 6
Minimal Residual Disease Evaluation in Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: A Clinical Evidence Review (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 7
Minimal Residual Disease Evaluation in Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 8
Interventions to Improve Access to Primary Care for People Who Are Homeless: A Systematic Review (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 9
Skin Testing for Allergic Rhinitis: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 10
Vertebral Augmentation Involving Vertebroplasty or Kyphoplasty for Cancer-Related Vertebral Compression Fractures: A Systematic Review (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 11
Vertebral Augmentation Involving Vertebroplasty or Kyphoplasty for Cancer-Related Vertebral Compression Fractures: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 12
Composite Tissue Transplant of Hand or Arm: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 13
Retinal Prosthesis System for Advanced Retinitis Pigmentosa: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 14
Ultrasound as an Adjunct to Mammography for Breast Cancer Screening: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 15
Women’s Experiences of Inaccurate Breast Cancer Screening Results: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-synthesis (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 16
Fecal Microbiota Therapy for Clostridium difficile Infection: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 17
Levonorgestrel-Releasing Intrauterine System (52 mg) for Idiopathic Heavy Menstrual Bleeding: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 18
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation for Treatment of Aortic Valve Stenosis: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 19
Magnetic Resonance Imaging as an Adjunct to Mammography for Breast Cancer Screening in Women at Less Than High Risk for Breast Cancer: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 16, Number 20

Capsule Endoscopy in the Assessment of Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 1
Capsule Endoscopy in the Assessment of Obscure Gastrointestinal Bleeding: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 2
Is Transient Ischemic Attack a Medical Emergency? An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 3
Magnetic Resonance–Guided High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (MRgHIFU) for Treatment of Women With Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 4
Magnetic Resonance-Guided High-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (MRgHIFU) for Treatment of Women With Symptomatic Uterine Fibroids: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 5
Effect of Increased Intensity of Physiotherapy on Patient Outcomes After Stroke: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 6
Effect of Increased Intensity of Physiotherapy on Patient Outcomes After Stroke: An Economic Literature Review and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 7
Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Ontario: A Cross-Sectional Survey (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 8
Caesarean Delivery Rate Review: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 9
Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)-Based Population Screening for Prostate Cancer: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 10
Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA)-Based Population Screening for Prostate Cancer: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 11
Mitral Valve Clip for Treatment of Mitral Regurgitation: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 12
Positional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (pMRI) for People with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome or Suspected Craniovertebral or Cervical Spine Abnormalities: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 13
Colon Capsule Endoscopy for the Detection of Colorectal Polyps: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 14
Colon Capsule Endoscopy for the Detection of Colorectal Polyps: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 15
Pancreas Islet Transplantation for Patients With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Clinical Evidence Review (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 16
Patient Perspectives on Quality of Life With Uncontrolled Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-synthesis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 17
Transient Elastography for Assessment of Liver Fibrosis and Steatosis: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 18
Transient Elastography and Controlled Attenuation Parameter for Diagnosing Liver Fibrosis and Steatosis in Ontario: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 19
Paclitaxel Drug-Eluting Stents in Peripheral Arterial Disease: A Health Technology Assessment (PDF)
Volume 15, Number 20

The Appropriate Use of Neuroimaging in the Diagnostic Workup of Dementia: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 1
The Appropriate Use of Neuroimaging in the Diagnostic Workup of Dementia: An Economic Literature Review and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 2
Evaluation of a Chronic Disease Management System for the Treatment and Management of Diabetes in Primary Health Care Practices in Ontario: An Observational Study (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 3
Multiple Intravenous Infusions Phase 2a: Ontario Survey (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 4
Multiple Intravenous Infusions Phase 2b: Laboratory Study (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 5
Frequency of Testing for Dyslipidemia: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 6
Frequency of Testing for Dyslipidemia: A Systematic Review and Budget Impact Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 7
Point-of-Care Hemoglobin A_1c Testing: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 8
Point-of-Care Hemoglobin A_1c Testing in Diabetes: A Budget Impact Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 9
Optical Coherence Tomography Monitoring Strategies for A-VEGF–Treated Age-Related Macular Degeneration: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 10
Preventing Pressure Ulcers: A Multisite Randomized Controlled Trial in Nursing Homes (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 11
Turning for Ulcer Reduction (TURN) Study: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 12
Arthroscopic Debridement of the Knee: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 13
Health Care for People Approaching the End of Life: An Evidentiary Framework (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 14
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Patients with Terminal Illness: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 15
The Determinants of Place of Death: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 16
Educational Intervention in End-of-Life Care: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 17
End-of-Life Care Interventions: An Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 18
Patient Care Planning Discussions for Patients at the End of Life: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 19
Team-Based Models for End-of-Life Care: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 14, Number 20

Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation for the Treatment of Aortic Valve Stenosis: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 1
Photoselective Vaporization for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 2
Optimizing Chronic Disease Management in the Community (Outpatient) Setting: An Evidentiary Framework (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 3
Discharge Planning in Chronic Conditions: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 4
In-Home Care for Optimizing Chronic Disease Management in the Community: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 5
Continuity of Care to Optimize Chronic Disease Management in the Community Setting: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 6
Impact of Advanced (Open) Access Scheduling on Patients with Chronic Diseases: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 7
Screening and Management of Depression and/or Anxiety Among Adults with Chronic Diseases: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 8
Self-Management Support Interventions for Persons with Chronic Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 9
Specialized Nursing Practice for Optimizing Chronic Disease Management in the Primary Care Setting: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 10
Electronic Tools for Health Information Exchange: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 11
Health Technologies for the Improvement of Chronic Disease Management: A Review of the Medical Advisory Secretariat Evidence-Based Analyses Between 2006-2011 (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 12
Optimizing Chronic Disease Management Mega-Analysis: Economic Evaluation (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 13
How Diet Modification Challenges are Magnified in Vulnerable or Marginalized People with Diabetes and Heart Disease: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-Synthesis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 14
Chronic Disease Patients’ Experiences with Accessing Health Care in Rural and Remote Areas: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-Synthesis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 15
Patient Experiences of Depression and Anxiety with Chronic Disease: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-Synthesis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 16
Experiences of Patient-Centredness with Specialized Community-Based Care: A Systematic Review and Qualitative Meta-Synthesis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 17
Electrical Stimulation for Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 18
Carbon-13 Urea Breath Test for Helicobacter pylori Infection in Patients With Uninvestigated Ulcer-Like Dyspepsia: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 19
Cost-effectiveness of the 13C Urea Breath Test for the detection of Helicobacter pylori (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 20
Hysteroscopic Tubal Sterilization: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 21
Hysteroscopic Tubal Sterilization: A Health Economic Literature Review (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 22
Vitamin B12 and Cognitive Function: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 23
Vitamin B12 Intramuscular Injections versus Oral Supplements: A Budget Impact Analysis (PDF)
Volume 13, Number 24

Internet-Based Device-Assisted Remote Monitoring of Cardiovascular Implantable Electronic Devices: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 1
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Evidentiary Framework (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 2
Influenza and Pneumococcal Vaccinations for Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Review (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 3
Smoking Cessation for Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 4
Community-Based Multidisciplinary Care for Patients with Stable Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 5
Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 6
Long-Term Oxygen Therapy for Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 7
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation for Acute Respiratory Failure Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 8
Noninvasive Positive Pressure Ventilation for Chronic Respiratory Failure Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 9
Hospital-at-Home Programs for Patients With Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 10
Home Telehealth for Patients With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 11
Cost-Effectiveness of Interventions for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Using an Ontario Policy Model (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 12
Experiences of Living and Dying With COPD: A Systematic Review and Synthesis of the Qualitative Empirical Literature (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 13
Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implementation (TAVI) for the Treatment of Aortic Valve Stenosis: An Evidence-Based Analysis (Part B) (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 14
Twenty-Four-Hour Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring in Hypertension: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 15
Multiple Intravenous Infusions Phase 1B: Practice and Training Scan (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 16
Epilepsy Surgery: An Evidence Summary (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 17
Epilepsy Care in Ontario: An Economic Analysis of Increasing Access to Epilepsy Surgery (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 18
Metal on Metal Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty: An Analysis of Safety and Revision Rates (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 19
Specialized Community-Based Care: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 12, Number 20

Endovascular Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 11, Number 1
Diurnal Tension Curves for Assessing the Development or Progression of Glaucoma: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 11, Number 2
Clinical utility of serologic testing for celiac disease in asymptomatic patients: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 11, Number 3
Continuous Glucose Monitoring for Patients with Diabetes: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 11, Number 4
Collagen Cross-Linking Using Riboflavin and Ultraviolet-A for Corneal Thinning Disorders: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 11, Number 5
Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy for Rehabilitation of Arm Dysfunction After Stroke in Adults: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 11, Number 6

Population-Based Strategies for Smoking Cessation: A Summary of a Select Group of Evidence-Based Reviews (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 1
Clinical Utility of Vitamin D Testing: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 2
Cancer Screening With Digital Mammography for Women at Average Risk for Breast Cancer, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) for Women at High Risk: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 3
Solid Organ Transplantation for End Stage Organ Failure in persons with HIV: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 4
Extracorporeal Lung Support Technologies - Bridge to Recovery and Bridge to Lung Transplantation in Adult Patients: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 5
Endovascular Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 6
Non-invasive Cardiac Imaging Technologies for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease: A Summary of Evidence-Based Analyses (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 7
Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 8
Stress Echocardiography for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 9
Stress Echocardiography with Contrast for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 10
64-Slice Computed Tomographic Angiography for the Diagnosis of Intermediate Risk Coronary Artery Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 11
Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the Diagnosis of Coronary Artery Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 12
Use of Contrast Agents with Echocardiography in Patients with Suboptimal Echocardiography: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 13
Non-Invasive Cardiac Imaging Technologies for the Assessment of Myocardial Viability: A Summary of Evidence-Based Analyses (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 14
Magnetic Resonance Imaging for the Assessment of Myocardial Viability: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 15
Positron Emission Tomography (PET) for the Assessment of Myocardial Viability: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 16
Primary Angioplasty and Thrombolysis for the Treatment of Acute ST-Segment Elevated Myocardial Infarction: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 17
Stenting for Peripheral Artery Disease of the Lower Extremities: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 18
Percutaneous Vertebroplasty for Treatment of Painful Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 19
Balloon Kyphoplasty for Treatment of Painful Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 20
Clinical Utility of Serologic Testing for Celiac Disease in Ontario: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 21
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 22
Gene Expression Profiling for Guiding Adjuvant Chemotherapy Decisions in Women with Early Breast Cancer: An Evidence-based and Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 23
Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor Mutation (EGFR) Testing for Prediction of Response to EGFR-targeting Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor (TKI) Drugs in Patients with Advanced Non-Small-Cell Lung Cancer: An Evidence-based and Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 24
KRAS Testing for Anti-EGFR Therapy in Advanced Colorectal Cancer: An Evidence-based and Economic Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 25
Neuroimaging for the Evaluation of Chronic Headaches: An Evidence-based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 26
Robotic-Assisted Minimally Invasive Surgery for Gynecologic and Urologic Oncology: An Evidence-based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 10, Number 27
Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysms in Low Surgical Risk Patients: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 10, Suppl. 1

Intrastromal Corneal Ring Implants for Corneal Thinning Disorders: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 1
Prevention of Chronic Pressure Ulcers: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 2
Management of Chronic Pressure Ulcers (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 3
Fenestrated Endovascular Grafts for the Repair of Juxtarenal Aortic Aneurysms: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 4
Oral Appliances for Obstructive Sleep Apnea: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 5
Screening Methods for Early Detection of Colorectal Cancers and Polyps: Summary of Evidence-Based Analyses (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 6
Computed Tomograpic Colonography for Colorectal Cancer Screening: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 7
Magnetic Resonance (MR) Colonography for Colorectal Cancer Screening: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 8
Capsule Endoscopy for Colorectal Cancer Screening: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 9
Flexible Sigmoidoscopy for Colorectal Cancer Screening: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 10
Fecal Occult Blood Testing for Colorectal Cancer Screening: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 11
Point-of-Care International Normalized Ratio (INR) Monitoring Devices for Patients on Long-term Oral Anticoagulation Therapy: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 12
Optical Coherence Tomography for Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Diabetic Macular Edema: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 13
Phakic Intraocular Lenses for the Treatment of Low to High Refractive Errors: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 14
Intraocular Lenses for the Treatment of Age-Related Cataracts: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 15
Specialized Multidisciplinary Community-Based Care (SMCC) Series (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 16
Specialized Multidisciplinary Community-Based Care (SMCC) for Heart Failure: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 17
Specialized Multidisciplinary Community-Based Care (SMCC) for Chronic Wounds: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 18
Diabetes Strategy Evidence Platform: A Summary of Evidence-Based Analyses (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 19
Continuous Subcutaneous Insulin Infusion Pumps for Type 1 and Type 2 Adult Diabetics: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 20
Behavioural Interventions for Type 2 Diabetics: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 21
Bariatric Surgery for Morbidly Obese People with Diabetes: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 22
Community-Based Care for the Management of Type 2 Diabetes: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 23
Home Telemonitoring for Type 2 Diabetes: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 24
Application of the Ontario Diabetes Economic Model (ODEM) to Determine the Cost-Effectiveness and Budget Impact of Selected Type 2 Diabetes Interventions in Ontario (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 25
Airway Clearance Devices for Cystic Fibrosis: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 26
Ultraviolet Phototherapy Management of Moderate-to-Severe Psoriasis: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 9, Number 27
Gastric Electrical Stimulation: An Evidence Update (PDF)
Volume 9, Suppl. 1
Safety of Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding: An Evidence-Update (PDF)
Volume 9, Suppl. 2

Aging in the Community: Summary of Evidence-Based Analyses (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 1
Aging in the Community: Prevention of Falls and Fall-Related Injuries in Community-Dwelling Seniors: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 2
Aging in the Community: Behavioural Interventions for Urinary Incontinence in Community-Dwelling Seniors: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 3
Aging in the Community: Caregiver- and Patient-Directed Interventions for Dementia: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 4
Aging in the Community: Social Isolation in Community-Dwelling Seniors: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 5
Aging in the Community: The Falls/Fractures Economic Model in Ontario Residents Aged 65 Years and Over (FEMOR) (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 6
Limbal Stem Cell Transplantation: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 7

Screening Mammography for Women Aged 40 to 49 Years at Average Risk for Breast Cancer: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 7, Number 1
Scintimammography as an Adjunctive Breast Imaging Technology: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 7, Number 2
Multidetector Computed Tomography for Coronary Artery Disease Screening in Asymptomatic Populations: Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 7, Number 3
Anal Dysplasia Screening: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 7, Number 4
Low-Density Lipoprotein Apheresis: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 7, Number 5

Coil Embolization for Intracranial Aneurysms: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 1
Ultrasound Screening for Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 2
Midurethral Slings for Women with Stress Urinary Incontinence: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 3
Metal-on-Metal Total Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 4
Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 5
Extracorporeal Photophoresis: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 6
Ablation for Atrial Fibrillation: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 7
Advanced Electrophysiologic Mapping Systems: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 8
Hydrophilic Catheters: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 9
Artificial Discs for Lumbar and Cervical Degenerative Disc Disease – Update: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 10
Portable Bladder Ultrasound: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 11
Intravascular Ultrasound to Guide Percutaneous Coronary Interventions: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 12
Polysomnography in Patients With Obstructive Sleep Apnea: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 13
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 14
Routine Eye Examinations for Persons 20-64 Years of Age: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 15
Gastric Electrical Stimulation: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 16
Energy Delivery Systems for Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 17
In Vitro Fertilization and Multiple Pregnancies: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 18
Nanotechnology: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 19
Utilization of DXA Bone Mineral Densitometry in Ontario: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 20
Optimum Methadone Compliance Testing: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 21
Functional Brain Imaging: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 6, Number 22

Bariatric Surgery: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 1
Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Disease and Other Movement Disorders: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 2
Sacral Nerve Stimulation For Urinary Urge Incontinence, Urgency-Frequency, Urinary Retention, and Fecal Incontinence: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 3
Spinal Cord Stimulation for Neuropathic Pain: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 4
Multi-Detector Computed Tomography Angiography for Coronary Artery Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 5
Osteogenic Protein-1 for Long Bone Nonunion: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 6
Intrathecal Baclofen Pump for Spasticity: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 7
Physiotherapy Rehabilitation After Total Knee or Hip Replacement: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 8
Total Knee Replacement: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 9
Intra-Articular Viscosupplementation With Hylan G-F 20 To Treat Osteoarthritis of the Knee: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 10
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Non-Healing Ulcers in Diabetes Mellitus: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 11
Arthroscopic Lavage and Debridement for Osteoarthritis of the Knee: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 12
Biventricular Pacing (Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy): An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 13
Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillators. Prophylactic Use: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 14
Technologies for Osteoarthritis of the Knee: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 15
Positron Emission Tomography for the Assessment of Myocardial Viability: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 16
Air Cleaning Technologies: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 17
Endovascular Repair of Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 18
Use of Automated External Defibrillators in Cardiac Arrest: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 5, Number 19

Computer-Assisted Surgery Using Telemanipulators: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 1
Computer-Assisted Hip and Knee Arthroplasty: Navigation and Active Robotic Systems: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 2
Left Ventricular Assist Devices: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 3
Bone Morphogenetic Proteins & Spinal Surgery for Degenarative Disc Disease: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 4
Video Laryngoscopy for Tracheal Intubation: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 5
Pyrocarbon Finger Joint Implant: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 6
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for the Treatment of Major Depressive Disorder: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 7
Radio Frequency Ablation for Primary Liver Cancer: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 8
Bispectral Index Monitor: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 9
Primary Angioplasty for the Treatment of Acute ST-Segment Elevated Myocardial Infarction: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 10
Thermal Balloon Endometrial Ablation for Dysfunctional Uterine Bleeding: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 11
Balloon Kyphoplasty: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 4, Number 12

Small Bowel Transplant: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 1
Wireless Capsule Endoscopy: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 2
Neonatal Screening of Inborn Errors of Metabolism Using Tandem Mass Spectrometry: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 3
Islet Transplantation: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 4
Computed Tomographic Colonography: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 5
Functional Cardiac Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in the Assessment of Myocardial Viability and Perfusion: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 6
Patient Monitoring System for MRI: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 8, Number 7

Endovascular Repair of Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 2, Number 1
Gamma Knife: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 2, Number 2
Bone Anchored Hearing Aid: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 2, Number 3

Intracoronary Radiation Therapy: An Evidence-Based Analysis (PDF)
Volume 1, Number 1

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