Cost effectiveness of the implantable cardioverter defibrillator: a preliminary analysis
AUTOR(ES)
O'Brien, Bernie J
RESUMO
Background—An implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) may be effective in reducing the risk of sudden cardiac death. The high cost of ICD treatment, however, compared with alternatives raises the question of whether this new technology is an efficient use of scarce health care resources.
ACESSO AO ARTIGO
http://www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov/articlerender.fcgi?artid=1025025Documentos Relacionados
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