Decision-Theoretic Evaluation of Therapy Plans

Citation: Brad R. Farr. (1989) Decision-Theoretic Evaluation of Therapy Plans. In KSL-89-20, 1989.

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author	Brad R. Farr
title	Decision-Theoretic Evaluation of Therapy Plans
number	KSL-89-20
institution	Knowledge Systems, AI Laboratory
address	Washington D.C.
year	1989
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abstract	Medical decision-support systems that make recommendations for action require a mechanism for comparing the available alternatives. In developing a computer-based system to provide ventilator-setting recommendations, the decision-theoretic concept of a multiattribute value model was used to rank potential plans. The possible treatment plans represent a continuum of choice rather than several discrete options. The method of ranking must be able to differentiate among these continuous options, and be efficient enough to be used in a real-time setting. The decision-theoretic approach described here meets these requirements, and also makes explicit the criteria for selecting plans.

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Abstract	Medical decision-support systems that make … Medical decision-support systems that make recommendations for action require a mechanism for comparing the available alternatives. In developing a computer-based system to provide ventilator-setting recommendations, the decision-theoretic concept of a multiattribute value model was used to rank potential plans. The possible treatment plans represent a continuum of choice rather than several discrete options. The method of ranking must be able to differentiate among these continuous options, and be efficient enough to be used in a real-time setting. The decision-theoretic approach described here meets these requirements, and also makes explicit the criteria for selecting plans. explicit the criteria for selecting plans.
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