TABLE 1

Parameters Used in Decision Tree Modeling

ParameterBaselineLimitsSource
Prevalence of responders0.490.44–0.55Meta-analysis of studies 6–13
SPECT sensitivity0.940.88–0.97Meta-analysis of studies 6–13
SPECT specificity0.900.83–0.94Meta-analysis of studies 6–13
Cost of SPECT*265 (∼379)NICE guidelines (22)
Cost of chemotherapy*6,283 (∼8,985)HTA report (23)
Cost of basic supportive care*3,210 (∼4,590)HTA report (23)
Life expectancy of basic supportive care0.433 yHTA report (23)
Life expectancy with treatment success adjusted for prevalence of responders1.13 yHTA report (23)
  • * Cost is reported in pounds sterling (U.S. dollars).