Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011)

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Economic Evaluation of Integrated Approaches for Early Detection and Treatment of Hepatitis E in Cameroonian Villages

Salem Al-Ayoubi, Omar Al-Mukhtar University, Al Bayda Ahmed El-Masri, Omar Al-Mukhtar University, Al Bayda
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18918343
Published: January 24, 2011

Abstract

Hepatitis E is a significant health issue in Cameroon villages, where early detection and treatment are crucial for preventing severe liver damage. The study employed a cost-effectiveness analysis using a Markov model to assess the long-term financial impact of these interventions on village healthcare systems. A proportionate reduction in hospitalization costs due to early detection was observed, with an estimated $50 per capita savings over five years under optimal implementation. The integrated approach demonstrated cost-effectiveness and potential for reducing Hepatitis E-related morbidity and mortality at a village level. Villagers should be encouraged to participate in regular screening programmes, while healthcare providers need access to subsidized treatment options to maximise benefits. 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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Salem Al-Ayoubi, Ahmed El-Masri (2011). Economic Evaluation of Integrated Approaches for Early Detection and Treatment of Hepatitis E in Cameroonian Villages. African Hepatobiliary Surgery, Vol. 2011 No. 1 (2011). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18918343

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Hepatitis ECameroonian VillagesEconomic EvaluationCost-Effectiveness AnalysisIntegrated ApproachesEarly DetectionTreatment Strategies

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