Evidence of patient beliefs, values, and preferences is not provided in osteoporosis clinical practice guidelines

ConclusionsTwenty-seven (39%) of the guidelines included mention of patients ’ BVPs. In 19 guidelines, the importance of BVPs was mentioned but these statements were not supported by references to a primary study or systematic review. BVPs were most often (14 guidelines) conceptualized as preference for one medication over another. We suggest that qualitative data be inclu ded as evidence of BVPs in guidelines.
Source: Osteoporosis International - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research