Parameters Used in Decision Tree Modeling
Parameter | Baseline | Limits | Source |
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Prevalence of responders | 0.49 | 0.44–0.55 | Meta-analysis of studies 6–13 |
SPECT sensitivity | 0.94 | 0.88–0.97 | Meta-analysis of studies 6–13 |
SPECT specificity | 0.90 | 0.83–0.94 | Meta-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 care | 0.433 y | HTA report (23) | |
Life expectancy with treatment success adjusted for prevalence of responders | 1.13 y | HTA report (23) |
↵* Cost is reported in pounds sterling (U.S. dollars).