Medicoeconomic index for photo-induced skin cancers

Comput Math Methods Med. 2012:2012:414683. doi: 10.1155/2012/414683. Epub 2011 Nov 1.

Abstract

Like in every type of cancer, in skin cancer the efficiency of the medical treatment is very important. In the present paper, a Bayesian model for the management of this disease is given, and a medical index to measure the effectiveness of treatment from medical, economical, and quality of life point of view is presented, taking into account some of the patients characteristics.

MeSH terms

  • Bayes Theorem
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Models, Statistical
  • Neoplasms, Radiation-Induced / economics*
  • Neoplasms, Radiation-Induced / therapy*
  • Quality of Life
  • Skin Neoplasms / economics*
  • Skin Neoplasms / therapy*
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Ultraviolet Rays / adverse effects