Discussion Even though the focus group procedures varied, there was significant overlap and repetition in the feedback received on the same guideline resources. The patient focus group facilitated by a clinician engaged participants in discussions oriented to clinical issues. The comic book was considered to be a novel communication vehicle by clinicians but not so by public. Implications for Guideline Developers/Users Involving a motivated Lay Committee facilitated by someone not directly

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... ed to the project seems to be a valuable alternative to other focus groups of patients which may require more effort and resources.