Methodology Tools

The CRGC uses the following methodology tools to develop and adapt CPGs.

Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE)

The CTS uses the GRADE methodology to evaluate the quality of evidence and the strength of the recommendation for each respiratory guideline.
www.gradeworkinggroup.org

Appraisal of Guideline Research and Evaluation (AGREE)

The CTS uses the AGREE Instrument to systematically assess key components of the respiratory guidelines to ensure they meet the highest standard of quality.
www.agreecollaboration.org

Guideline Implementation Appraisal (GLIA)

The CTS uses GLIA to assess the how readily respiratory guidelines can be implemented in order to predict any potential challenges.
www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1190181

ADAPTE

The CTS uses the ADAPTE framework for the adaptation of respiratory guidelines that were not originally produced by CTS.
www.adapte.org/rubrique/adapte-framework.php