Surgical outcome and cost-minimisation-analyses of laparoscopic and open hernia repair: a randomised prospective trial with one year follow up

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Category Primary study
Year 1997
This is a critical abstract of an economic evaluation that meets the criteria for inclusion on NHS EED. Each abstract contains a brief summary of the methods, the results and conclusions followed by a detailed critical assessment on the reliability of the study and the conclusions drawn. Laparoscopic hernia repair gave employed patients faster recovery and return to work and was more cost-effective provided both direct and indirect costs were included.
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First added on: Apr 19, 2023