Scoring criteria for the guideline measure

Guideline Dimension

Weighted dimensions (42)

• Methodology of guideline development clearly outlined

• Based on systematic review of evidence

• Rating of the quality of the evidence and strength of the recommendation

• Developed by a multidisciplinary panel of experts and stakeholders

• Patient-centered (patient/consumer/family advocate on panel), at least one person with eczema or their caregiver included

• Published by or endorsed by a medical society

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Unweighted dimensions (6)

• Covers all ages of patients

• Conflict of interest and development transparency

• Guidelines published in the last 5 years

• Considers risk/benefit profile

• Published in a peer-reviewed journal

• Policy for updating guideline

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TOTAL (48)

How Guidelines are Scored

Guidelines were adapted from Institute of Medicine and the Appraisal of Guidelines Research and Evaluation (AGREE). The most important guideline dimensions were given a weighted score (section 1), up to a score of 42. The non-weighted guidelines received a score equal to 1 point for a total up to 6 total points. A guideline that meets all dimensions may receive 48 total points. Guidelines that receive a score of 42 or higher is a “high quality guideline”.