How Delphi studies in the health sciences find consensus: a scoping review

Systematic Reviews, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 14(1)

Опубликована: Янв. 14, 2025

Abstract Background Delphi studies are primarily used in the health sciences to find consensus. They inform clinical practice and influence structures, processes, framework conditions of healthcare. The practical research—how conducted—has seldom been discussed methodologically or documented systematically. aim this scoping review is fill research gap identify shortcomings methodological presentation literature. On basis analysis, we derive recommendations for quality-assured implementation studies. Methods Forming publications on consensus between January 1, 2018, April 21, 2021, databases Scopus, MEDLINE via PubMed, CINAHL, Epistemonikos. Included were German English containing words “Delphi” title “health” “consensus” abstract. was analyzed qualitative content according three deductive main categories, which an result can be imputed (expert panel, questionnaire design, process feedback design). Results A total 287 included review, whereby 43% reported having carried out a modified Delphi. In most cases, heterogeneous expert groups from research, practice, economics, policy surveyed. about quarter studies, affected parties, such as patients, part panel. questionnaires it common standardized Likert scales combined with open-ended questions. Which method analyze responses not 62% Consensus largely (81%) defined percentage agreement. Conclusions results show considerable differences how out, making assessments comparisons them difficult. Sometimes approach points unintended effects, biases individual judgments respondents and, thus, overall For reason, extrapolate suggestions certain comparability quality assurance achieved

Язык: Английский

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Assessment of energy-saving strategies mitigating high energy usage in residential buildings

Property Management, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Фев. 18, 2025

Purpose The increasing energy consumption in residential buildings poses significant challenges to sustainability, economic efficiency, and environmental health. Despite the availability of numerous energy-saving strategies, their adoption remains inconsistent due various barriers such as cost, awareness technical limitations. This paper aims assess strategies mitigating high buildings. Design/methodology/approach study adopted a quantitative research methodology. A carefully developed questionnaire was distributed group 20 Delphi experts collect data. These possess extensive experience areas use, management savings. also issued end users gather collected data were analyzed using descriptive analysis. Findings results indicate strong preference for certain measures, with energy-efficient appliances, occupant behavior adjustments heating, ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) system upgrades emerging most frequently strategies. Measures installing smart thermostats windows ranked highly, reflecting perceived effectiveness reducing consumption. However, like weatherizing power strips less implemented, suggesting lower prioritization or adoption. findings further emphasize importance HVAC-related maintenance upgrades, highlighted by top rankings frequent while simpler actions, insulation turning off lights, despite potential Research limitations/implications study’s limitations include reliance on self-reported data, bias participant responses lack consideration contextual factors regional climate, socioeconomic conditions technological access that may influence measures. Originality/value is distinctive its integration method questionnaires holistically evaluate measures excessive use structures. By integrating expert consensus empirical from diverse contexts, it provides comprehensive nuanced understanding effective practices.

Язык: Английский

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Delphi studies in social and health sciences—Recommendations for an interdisciplinary standardized reporting (DELPHISTAR). Results of a Delphi study

PLoS ONE, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 19(8), С. e0304651 - e0304651

Опубликована: Авг. 26, 2024

Background While different proposals exist for a guideline on reporting Delphi studies, none of them has yet established itself in the health and social sciences across range variants. This seems critical because empirical studies demonstrate diversity modifications conduction sometimes even errors reporting. The aim present study is to close this gap formulate general guideline. Method In an international procedure, experts were surveyed online three rounds find consensus sciences. respondents selected via publications studies. preliminary guideline, containing 65 items five topics presented evaluation, had been developed based systematic review practice existing guidelines Starting second round, received feedback form mean values, measures dispersion, summary open-ended responses their own response previous round. final draft contains which at least 75% agreed by assigning scale points 6 7 7-point Likert scale. Results 1,072 invited participate. A total 91 completed first 69 56 third Of was ultimately reached 38 addressing topics: Title Abstract (n = 3), Context 7), 20), 4) Discussion 4). Items focusing theoretical research dissemination either rejected or remained subjects dissent. We assume high level acceptance interdisciplinary suitability regarding here referred as "Delphi sciences–recommendations standardized reporting" (DELPHISTAR). Use can substantially improve ability compare evaluate

Язык: Английский

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Assessment, Treatment, and Follow-Up of Phlebitis Related to Peripheral Venous Catheterisation: A Delphi Study in Spain

Healthcare, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12(3), С. 378 - 378

Опубликована: Фев. 1, 2024

Phlebitis related to peripheral venous catheters (PVCs) is a common complication in patients who require these devices and can have important consequences for the healthcare system. The management control of PVC-associated complications nursing competency. present study aims determine, at national level Spain, consensus on assessment, treatment, follow-up PVC-related phlebitis importance actions taken. A three-round Delphi technique was used with clinical care nurses are experts field in-hospital intravenous treatment Spain. For this, an online questionnaire developed three open-ended questions dimensions follow-up. statistical analysis results, frequencies percentages were determine consensus, measures central tendency (mean, standard deviation, coefficient variation) rank importance. variation set as acceptable ≤30%. final sample 27 expert nurses. At conclusion round 3, ranked according their importance, six items included assessment (symptomatology/observation, redness, Maddox scale, induration, temperature, pain), two (catheter removal, pentosan polysulphate sodium ointment + application cold), just one (general monitoring temperature control). There major disparity relation actions. More studies therefore needed minimise associated use PVCs, given impact quality patient safety economic cost.

Язык: Английский

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Quantifying sustainability in the agri-food system: a comprehensive methodological framework and expert consensus approach

Agricultural and Food Economics, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12(1)

Опубликована: Июнь 11, 2024

Abstract Assessing the economic, social, and environmental sustainability of food production is imperative for aligning with Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 2030 Agenda adhering to evolving regulatory strategic frameworks. The absence a standardized methodology quantifying in agri-food system value chain necessitates development an effective approach. This study proposes comprehensive methodological framework agriculture, livestock, industry. proposed based on consensus achieved by panel experts using Delphi methodology. emphasizes identification activities requiring corrective measures enhance within circular economy principles. model incorporates 70 indicators, particular emphasis expert panel. resulting composite indicator accompanying battery indicators provide nuanced understanding agribusiness sustainability. study's findings underscore need prioritizing considerations evaluating facilitates formulation actionable plans viability agribusinesses, enabling their adaptation social political landscape. crucial meeting contemporary demand reduction footprint associated transformation. developed contributes harmonization assessment practices, fostering more approach across sector.

Язык: Английский

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The future of artificial intelligence: insights from recent Delphi studies

Futures, Год журнала: 2024, Номер unknown, С. 103514 - 103514

Опубликована: Ноя. 1, 2024

Язык: Английский

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The Delphi Technique in the Health Sciences

Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025

Язык: Английский

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The participation of lifeworld experts in Delphi processes: A reflection on method and practice

MethodsX, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 14, С. 103274 - 103274

Опубликована: Март 19, 2025

Язык: Английский

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Experts’ insights on the factors influencing students’ decisions in choosing private HEIs in Malaysia

Asian Education and Development Studies, Год журнала: 2025, Номер unknown

Опубликована: Апрель 21, 2025

Purpose This study examines the key factors shaping Malaysian students’ decisions when selecting higher education institutions (HEIs), guided by Herbert Simon’s theory of bounded rationality. Design/methodology/approach A two-round Delphi method was employed to collect and refine expert perspectives from 15 experts, comprising lecturers, professors university administrators. In first round, open-ended questions identified possible determinants student choice. second experts ranked these factors, Kendall’s W coefficient used evaluate degree consensus. Findings Seven critical were identified: institutional reputation, faculty qualifications academic financial issues, program availability location, career progression, social aspects campus amenities. The panel reputation as most influential, followed considerations. indicate that prioritize reputable, well-accredited with strong programs viable aid options. Originality/value enhances understanding rationality in private presenting a structured analysis based on evaluations, offering prioritized ranking influencing enrollment decisions. results offer valuable insights for policymakers HEI administrators, highlighting importance strategic branding, excellence, support relevant attracting retaining students.

Язык: Английский

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ROI en Capacitación: ¿Herramienta Estratégica o Evaluación Desaprovechada? Un Análisis en el Departamento de Santander, Colombia

Revista de Investigación Desarrollo e Innovación, Год журнала: 2025, Номер 15(1), С. 161 - 176

Опубликована: Март 31, 2025

Este estudio examina las percepciones de empresas del departamento Santander, Colombia, sobre la rigurosidad en el desarrollo programas capacitación y evaluación sus resultados mediante técnicas Retorno Inversión (ROI). Mediante un Delphi dos rondas, se consolidaron perspectivas 21 académicos profesionales efectividad dichas evaluaciones. A pesar consenso importancia los procesos desarrollo, sugieren discrepancia entre intención medir impacto estratégico falta implementación modelos robustos evaluación. Se tiende a priorizar lo urgente (evaluaciones inmediatas basadas percepciones) importante (medición ROI largo plazo), cual apunta una desconexión acción. ofrece primera aproximación al tema Colombia sugiere futuras investigaciones sector productivo.

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