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Accurate measurement of intensive care unit cost-effectiveness and resource allocation remains limited by inadequate cost-accounting models and tools to assess long-term quality of life.
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ICU resource allocation lacks validated cost-effectiveness measures; leaves open rigorous research on long-term outcomes and quality of life.
Accurate ICU resource allocation and cost-effectiveness measurement remain limited by inadequate cost-accounting models and long-term outcome assessments.
Michael Buist (1994) conducted a review in Critically ill patients. Intensive Care Unit was evaluated. Accurate measurement of intensive care unit cost-effectiveness and resource allocation remains limited by inadequate cost-accounting models and tools to assess long-term quality of life.
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