Colorectal cancer-related resource utilization and healthcare costs in Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recently, there has been an increase in the incidence of colorectal cancer in Saudi Arabia. Although numerous studies worldwide have investigated the economic burden of colorectal cancer the information specific to Saudi Arabia remains limited. While advanced cancer treatments offer substantial benefits, they they also come with substantial financial challenges.

Objective

This study aimed to estimate the economic burden of colorectal cancer and identify the primary cost drivers.

Method

This retrospective, single-center cost of illness study examined all patients with colorectal cancer from January 2017 to December 2020. This study used a micro-costing, bottom-up approach to estimate healthcare resource utilization and direct medical costs associated with co

SUBMITTER: Balkhi B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10630777 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature