Endoscopist-directed propofol administration versus anesthesiologist assistance for colorectal cancer screening: a cost-effectiveness analysis

Cesare Hassan, D. K. Rex, G. S. Cooper, R. Benamouzig

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Abstract

Propofol for colonoscopy is largely administered by anesthesiologists or anesthesiology nurses in the United States (US) and Europe. Endoscopist-directed administration of propofol (EDP) by nonanesthesiologists has recently been proposed, with potential savings of anesthetist reimbursement costs. We aimed to assess potential EDP-related benefit in a screening setting.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)456-464
Number of pages9
JournalEndoscopy
Volume44
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Anesthesiology
  • Anesthetics, Intravenous
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Neoplasms
  • Cost Savings
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • France
  • Gastroenterology
  • Humans
  • Markov Chains
  • Middle Aged
  • Nurse Anesthetists
  • Propofol
  • United States

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