The high cost of care and limited evidence on cost-effective strategies for Lewy body dementia: systematic review of evidence
Erin Boland,
Rachel Fitzpatrick,
Dearbhail Ryan
et al.
Abstract:Background
Lewy body dementia (LBD) is a prevalent yet frequently underdiagnosed form of dementia, accounting for up to 15% of all dementia cases.
Aims
This study aims to increase awareness and advocacy for LBD by gathering and critically assessing the economic evidence, including the cost of illness and cost-effectiveness of interventions for managing LBD.
Method
A systematic literature review was undertaken with EMBASE, Medline, CINAHL, PsycINFO, NHS Economic Evaluati… Show more
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