Table 34:
Deterministic Reference Case Analysis Results—Cost-Effectiveness of MRgFUS Neurosurgery, Radiofrequency Thalamotomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation
| MRgFUS Neurosurgery | Radiofrequency Thalamotomy | Deep Brain Stimulation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost of primary surgery | $19,786 | $11,774 | $37,377 |
| Cost of monitoring | $814 | $814 | $3,307 |
| Cost of medications | $1,095 | $1,095 | $1,081 |
| Cost of reoperation | $1,741 | $1,036 | – |
| Cost of managing adverse events | $71 | $259 | $6,307 |
| Cost of battery replacement | – | – | $9,463 |
| Total cost | $23,507 | $14,978 | $57,535 |
| Life-years | 4.63 | 4.63 | 4.63 |
| QALYs | 3.69 | 3.61 | 3.94 |
Abbreviations: MRgFUS, magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound; QALY, quality-adjusted life-year.