Abstract
An increasing number of studies are being published that use decision analytical techniques, particularly in the fields of cost-effectiveness analysis and the evaluation of emerging surgical technology and practice. As decision analytical techniques are unfamiliar to clinicians, interpretation and critical appraisal is often difficult. In this chapter, we explain, with the use of examples, the fundamental methodology, technique, and potential applications of these techniques in academic surgery. We also discuss more advanced decision analytical techniques that may be encountered within the literature.
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Abbreviations
- CABG:
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Coronary artery bypass graft
- IHD:
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Ischemic heart disease
- PTCA:
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Percutaneous transluminal coronary angiogram
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Rao, C., Athanasiou, T. (2010). Decision Analysis. In: Athanasiou, T., Debas, H., Darzi, A. (eds) Key Topics in Surgical Research and Methodology. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-540-71915-1_31
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