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Projected DALYs saved and cost-effectiveness of poliomyelitis eradication, by World Bank income bracket, 2001–40
| Income bracket | Discounted DALYs saved | Cost-effectiveness (change in $US) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best-case scenario | Worst-case scenario | ||
| High | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Upper middle | 1641327 | 1900 million | 1500 million |
| Lower middle | 8508889 | 1290 million | 1100 million |
| Low | 46480358 | 11·4 billion | –4·2 billion (net)* |
This option yields a cost-effectiveness ratio of US$52·50 per DALY saved.
