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Oral Health Assessment by Lay Personnel for Older Adults
Published on: February 2, 2020
Summary
Seeking medical treatment abroad offers lower costs for non-National Health Service (NHS) funded procedures. However, in 2007, over 200 patients required NHS hospital care post-overseas surgery, with three-quarters experiencing complications.
Area of Science:
- Health Economics
- International Healthcare
- Patient Safety
Background:
- Medical tourism is driven by cost savings for procedures not covered by national health systems.
- International patients undergoing procedures abroad may require follow-up care in their home country.
- Existing healthcare policies influence patient choices for overseas medical treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the implications of seeking medical treatment abroad.
- To assess the post-operative outcomes for patients returning after overseas surgery.
- To understand the impact of European Union directives on cross-border healthcare funding.
Main Methods:
- Retrospective analysis of patient data from NHS hospitals.
- Review of complication rates among patients with prior overseas surgery.
- Examination of policy changes related to the funding of international medical treatments.
Main Results:
- In 2007, over 200 patients received care in NHS hospitals following overseas procedures.
- A significant majority (75%) of these patients presented with post-operative complications.
- European Union directives are poised to facilitate NHS funding for treatments sought abroad.
Conclusions:
- Overseas medical treatment, while potentially cost-effective, carries a substantial risk of complications requiring domestic healthcare resources.
- The upcoming EU directive may increase the number of patients seeking funded treatment abroad, potentially impacting NHS services.
- Careful consideration of risks and benefits is essential for patients and healthcare systems regarding international medical tourism.
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