Clinical Practice Guidelines
Clinical practice guidelines are the results of the latest medical research being conducted around the world ( Evidence A guideline is a document that presents the best possible tests and treatments based on the results of the latest medical research conducted around the world (evidence).
They are designed to support patients and medical professionals, and may be used as one of the decision-making tools when making decisions. However, since each patient's situation is different, the final decision is made in collaboration with the patient and the attending physician.
Most medical practice guidelines are written for medical professionals, but "guidelines for patients" and "guidebooks for patients" have also been created based on the medical practice guidelines for medical professionals. They contain explanations of diseases, tests, and treatments in easy-to-understand text and illustrations for patients, their families, and other members of the general public.
