Spine
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Topic review. ⋯ Value can be measured in spine care through the use of appropriate economic measures and patient-reported outcomes measures. Value must be interpreted in light of the perspective of the assessor, the duration of the assessment period, the degree of appropriate risk stratification, and the relative value of treatment alternatives.
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Systematic review. ⋯ 3.
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Narrative overview. ⋯ With a basic understanding of health economic analysis, clinicians can be informed consumers of these important studies.