COSMIN (COnsensus-based Standards for the selection of health Measurement INstruments)

COSMIN is a set of guidelines designed to help researchers and healthcare professionals choose high-quality tools that measure health outcomes, like questionnaires or tests. It ensures these instruments are reliable, accurate, and consistent across different situations and populations. By following COSMIN standards, stakeholders can confidently select measurement tools that provide trustworthy results, supporting better diagnosis, treatment, and health research. Essentially, COSMIN promotes the use of well-validated tools to improve health assessments and outcomes.