health economics and outcomes research

Research in Review

Radical Radiotherapy More Cost-Effective than Surgery Plus Radiotherapy for Cervical Cancer

01/28/2016

JCP Editors

Radical radiotherapy is more cost-effective for the treatment of cervical cancer than radical hysterectomy plus adjuvant radiotherapy, according to a recent study. National Comprehensive Cancer Network guidelines...

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01/28/2016

Journal of Clinical Pathways

Shorter Radiation Courses Safer and Equally Effective for Rectal Cancer Patients

01/19/2016

JCP Editors

Shorter radiation courses followed by consolidation chemotherapy before surgery may be an effective treatment option for rectal cancer patients. High volume bouts of chemoradiation are often used before surgery in...

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01/19/2016

Journal of Clinical Pathways

Research in Review

Palliative Care Consultations Reduce Costs for Advanced Cancer Patients

01/11/2016

JCP Editors

The costs associated with caring for patients with advanced cancer and other serious health conditions can be reduced by having these patients consult with a palliative care team, a new study confirms. In an effort...

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01/11/2016

Journal of Clinical Pathways

Viewpoint

Overcoming the Political and Economic Roadblocks Stopping Effective Comparative Drug Evaluation

12/14/2015

Roger Longman, MA

Transparent comparative evaluations are necessary for determining the relative value of drugs. But, in part because of the resistance of drug companies and payers, stakeholders are finding other tools to help...

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12/14/2015

Journal of Clinical Pathways

Partner Resource

Hillary Clinton`s Plan to Address Drug Costs: Experts Weigh In

10/25/2015

JCP Editors

Since Hillary Clinton announced her proposal to restructure American health care and take on the high costs of treatment, her plans have been met with no shortage of praise and criticism by experts within the health...

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10/25/2015

Journal of Clinical Pathways