Welcome
Welcome to the i‑HTS Glossary for the Health Technology Lifecycle
This glossary is an initiative of the EuroScan/i‑HTS network and collects terms, concepts and definitions used along the entire lifecycle of health technologies – from early development and assessment to implementation, use and disinvestment.
It supports a shared language for researchers, HTA bodies, policy makers, clinicians, educators and the public, helping to improve communication and collaboration across countries and disciplines.international HealthTechScan (i‑HTS)
by EuroScan international network eV
A global network supporting Early Awareness and Health Technology
Re-Assessment (Re-HTA) through a shared vocabulary.
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Use the search box at the top of the page to look up specific terms. You can also explore terms alphabetically or by topic:
Key concept of the month
Learn more about how technologies are assessed in an early phase:
➤ Early awareness and alert system
Early Awareness is a context sensitive framework including the service for different stakeholders and describing their needs relted to innovations in health.
Explore by lifecycle stage
The glossary follows the lifecycle of health technologies. Start exploring terms for:
- Development and early awareness
- Regulatory approval and market access
- Implementation and real‑world use
- Re‑assessment and disinvestment
Contribute to this glossary
Members of the EuroScan/i‑HTS community can propose new terms or improve existing definitions, referencing scientific and policy documents.
EuroScan international network e.V.
The umbrella of our international network: EuroScan international network e.V.
Part of the EuroScan international network – supporting Early Awareness
and Health Technology Re-Assessment worldwide.
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