OBJECTIVE:To provide scientific basis for the research quality of pharmacoeconomic on the domestic digestive system diseases.METHODS:The pharmacoeconomic research literatures published on professional academic magazines before2003were collected either by computer or by manual research,and which were then systematically evaluated.RESULTS:Some problems were found in the88pharmacoeconomic research literatures obtained,including the study perspective,design,result analysis and discussion of study.CONCLUSION:It is suggested a guideline for pharmacoeconomic research be made and the pharmacoeconomic research be further standardized,the academic exchanges and evaluation feedbacks be increased;meanwhile,personnel training should be emphasized for a better formulation of the related policies and the rational medication in the clinic.

OBJECTIVE:To assess the current situation of pharmacoeconomic evaluation studies in China.METHODS:A total of351papers on pharmacoeconomic evaluation,published in Chinese academic journals,issued before year2003,were systematically reviewed.RESULTS:It was improper and nonstandard that Chinese researcher handled the theories,methodologies and analysis techniques of pharmacoeconomic evaluation.CONCLUSION:Further academic communication and the initiative and formulation of the guidelines for pharmacoeconomic evaluation will be necessary to improve the research quality and clinically rational use of pharmaceuticals and serve the formulation of related policies.