Cost-utility analysis of normothermic liver perfusion with OrganOx compared to static cold storage in the United Kingdom.

Conclusions: Use of OrganOx metra for the perfusion and transportation of livers prior to transplantation is a cost-effective strategy. Key Points for Decision MakersIntroduction of OrganOx metra into NHS could increase the utilisation of donated livers with patients experiencing lower rates of early allograft dysfunction and adverse events, compared with current practice.Results of the economic analysis indicate that the OrganOx metra is highly likely to be cost-effective and result in improved patient outcomes. PMID: 32729749 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Journal of Medical Economics - Category: Health Management Tags: J Med Econ Source Type: research