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Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Evaluating Cost-Effectiveness in Tanzanian District Hospitals Systems: A Longitudinal Study

Mwakabika Kihara, National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR) Kamanda Chimura, Ardhi University, Dar es Salaam Rutaguma Sibande, Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), Dar es Salaam Simba Simbili, Department of Pediatrics, Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18886081
Published: August 20, 2009

Abstract

In Tanzania, district hospitals play a critical role in healthcare delivery, yet their cost-effectiveness is often under scrutiny. A longitudinal study employing a Bayesian hierarchical model to analyse data from multiple districts. The model accounts for both fixed and random effects, ensuring robust inference across different hospitals. The analysis revealed significant variation in cost-effectiveness among district hospitals, with some showing substantial efficiency gains over time. This study provides a nuanced understanding of hospital performance by accounting for the variability inherent in healthcare systems. Policy makers should consider regional differences when allocating resources and implementing interventions to optimise health outcomes. Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p_i)=\beta_0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.

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Mwakabika Kihara, Kamanda Chimura, Rutaguma Sibande, Simba Simbili (2009). Bayesian Hierarchical Model for Evaluating Cost-Effectiveness in Tanzanian District Hospitals Systems: A Longitudinal Study. African Nursing Management, Vol. 2009 No. 1 (2009). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18886081

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TanzaniaBayesian Hierarchical ModelDistrict HospitalsCost-Effectiveness AnalysisLongitudinal StudyMethodological EvaluationGeographic Epidemiology

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