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Cost-Effectiveness of Biologics as First-Line Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Case Closed?

Authors :
Boers, Maarten
Source :
Annals of Internal Medicine. 11/3/2009, Vol. 151 Issue 9, p668-669. 2p.
Publication Year :
2009

Abstract

The article reflects on biologics' cost-effectiveness as first-line treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It is informed that the biologics are priced at the maximum level the market will bear. It is also said that the number of diseases, which can be treated with biologics has increased substantially.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00034819
Volume :
151
Issue :
9
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Annals of Internal Medicine
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
45590294
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.7326/0003-4819-151-9-200911030-00013