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Papers of the Week


Papers: 11 Feb 2023 - 17 Feb 2023


Neuromodulation


2023 Jan


Pain Physician


36791296


26


1

Cost-Utility and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Refractory Pain in the Context of Developing Country.

Authors

Zinboonyahgoon N, Saengsomsuan N, Chaikittiporn N, Wangnamthip S, Kositamongkol C, Phisalprapa P

Abstract

Spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is an effective treatment for chronic refractory pain. The evidence of pain reduction, improvement of function, quality of life, and cost-effectiveness are strong in developed countries. Nevertheless, there is still a lack of economic studies of SCS in the context of low- and middle-income countries.