Useful resources

The following resources were developed by the Core Outcome Measures in Effectiveness Trials (COMET) Initiative

Video: What are Core Outcome Sets?

A COMET Initiative video developed with patients & the public
This video explains what core outcome sets (COS) are, why they are important and how patients and the public are involved in developing COS.

We acknowledge the COMET Initiative's development of this video, including the COS Video Development Group

Plain language summary: What are Core Outcome Sets?

This plain language summary explains what outcomes are and the problems with using different outcomes in research. It also explains what core outcomes sets are, including how they are developed, and it sets out what the COMET Initiative is trying to achieve

Read the plain language summary here

What is a Delphi study?

A Delphi survey is a way to gather opinions from a group of people to reach an agreement on a topic. In this study, the Delphi survey will help figure out the most important outcomes to look at in studies which aim to improve surgical handover between doctors. You will be presented with different outcomes and asked to rate how important (or not important) you feel each one is.

In this study, we are using a ‘Real-Time Delphi’ survey, meaning that after you give your rating, you will see the anonymous ratings of other participants immediately. You’ll also be invited back to review these ratings as more are added, and you can change your responses at any stage, if you wish.