Cancers, Vol. 15, Pages 516: Costs of Newly Funded Proton Therapy Using Time-Driven Activity-Based Costing in The Netherlands
Conclusion: This study estimated the PT cost delivered in a newly operated treatment center. Scenario analysis for increased patient numbers revealed the potential for cost reductions. Nevertheless, to have an estimation that reflects the matured cost of PT which could be used in cost-effectiveness analysis, a follow-up study assessing the full-fledged situation is recommended.
Source: Cancers - Category: Cancer & Oncology Authors: Yi Hsuan Chen Hedwig M. Blommestein Reinder Klazenga Carin Uyl-de Uyl-de Groot Marco van van Vulpen Tags: Article Source Type: research
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