Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Different Prenatal Screening Strategies for the Prevention of Severe Thalassemia in Thailand
Strategy 3 is the most cost-effective approach in Thailand. However, Strategy 2 may be implemented in hospitals with the capacity to perform Hb typing. These results offer significant value to policymakers by presenting strong evidence that could inform adjustments to the reimbursement framework in Thailand's Universal Health Coverage benefit package, ultimately enhancing thalassemia management and prenatal care.
Authors
- Sitaporn Youngkong (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2448-3954)
- Usa Chaikledkaew (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9457-9823)
- Wanvisa Udomsinprasert (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1132-7442)
- Jiraphun Jittikoon (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4987-3497)
- Pattarawalai Talungchit (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3668-8754)
- Kwandao Malasai
Institutions
- Mahasarakham University (TH)
- Siriraj Hospital (TH)
- Mahidol University (TH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- ClinicoEconomics and Outcomes Research
- Published
- 2025-11-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2147/ceor.s544493
- Primary Topic
- Hemoglobinopathies and Related Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Mahidol University
- Health Systems Research Institute