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The aim is to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of different colorectal cancer screening methods in Indonesia.

March 10, 2026Open Access

Economic Evaluation of Fecal Occult Blood Test and Colonoscopy for Colorectal Cancer Screening in Indonesia: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis

ISI Kadek SuardianaUniversity of National Education LSLuh Adi Kusuma SuardianiUniversity of National Education GLGusti Ayu Dewi LestariUniversity of National Education

Key Points

The aim is to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of different colorectal cancer screening methods in Indonesia.
Performed a cost-effectiveness analysis comparing colonoscopy and fecal occult blood tests (FOBT).
Evaluated screening frequencies including no screening, annual, biennial, and decadal colonoscopy.
Analyzed cost and outcomes associated with each screening strategy.
Colonoscopy every 10 years is more cost-effective than no screening.
Colonoscopy is also dominant over annual and biennial FOBT in terms of cost and effectiveness.

Abstract

Colonoscopy every 10 years is the most cost-effective strategy for colorectal cancer screening in Indonesia. It is cost-effective compared to no screening and dominant compared to annual or biennial FOBT.

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