Cost-effectiveness of albumin in the treatment of decompensated cirrhosis in resource-limited healthcare settings
Irsan Hasan,
Ignatia Sinta Murti,
Putut Bayupurnama
et al.
Abstract:Background
Human albumin (HA) is an effective adjuvant treatment for patients with cirrhosis developing spontaneous bacterial peritonitis (SBP), hepatorenal syndrome (HRS) and ascites requiring large-volume paracentesis (LVP). However, cost remains a barrier to use, particularly in resource-limited settings. This study aims to assess the cost-effectiveness of HA in patients with cirrhosis with SBP, HRS or ascites requiring LVP in the Indonesian healthcare system as a representative of a resource-l… Show more
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