Nonsurgical Treatment of Cholelithiasis: An Analysis of Clinical Opportunity
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 10 March 2009
Abstract
This article examines the potential impact of recently developed nonsurgical treatments for gallstones on patient care and resource utilization. Using epidemiological and efficacy data from the literature and current patient selection criteria, the authors evaluate UDCA, extracorporeal shock-wave lithotripsy, and direct instillation of methyltertbutyl ether in terms of short-term clinical results, health policy, and economic implications.
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- General Essays
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- International Journal of Technology Assessment in Health Care , Volume 6 , Issue 4 , October 1990 , pp. 643 - 654
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- Copyright © Cambridge University Press 1990
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