Australian Government - Department of Health and Ageing

Horizon Scanning

HealthPACT

Horizon scanning prioritising summary - FibroTest-ActiTest: A diagnostic test for liver fibrosis in patients with hepatitis C. August 2004.

Australia and New Zealand Horizon Scanning Network

Australian Health Ministers' Advisory Council (AHMAC)

Adelaide Health Technology Assessment (AHTA)

Australian Safety and Efficacy Register of New Interventional Procedures - Surgical

Australia and New Zealand Horizon Scanning Network - Technologies Assessed


This report is based on information available at the time of research and cannot be expected to cover any developments arising from subsequent improvements to health technologies. This report is based on a limited literature search and is not a definitive statement on the safety, effectiveness or cost-effectiveness of the health technology covered. The Commonwealth does not guarantee the accuracy, currency or completeness of the information in this report. This report is not intended to be used as medical advice and it is not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes or as a substitute for a health professional's advice. The Commonwealth does not accept any liability for any injury, loss or damage incurred by use of or reliance on the information.

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