Table 6.
Results for 3 years per 100 patients
| Statistic | Current practice | GP plus CRP | Practice nurse plus CRP | GP plus CRP and communication |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total cost (discounted) | £18,081 | £18,039 | £17,401 | £18,431 |
| QALYs (discounted) | 255.630 | 255.764 | 255.761 | 255.588 |
| Antibiotics prescribed (courses) | 184 | 136 | 167 | 137 |
| Infections | 217.89 | 202.97 | 202.97 | 199.98 |
| Per-patient NMB (£20,000 per QALY) | £50,945 | £50,972 | £50,978 | £50,933 |
CRP C-reactive protein, GP general practitioner, NMB net monetary benefit, QALY quality-adjusted life year