Introduction: Recurrent musculoskeletal haemorrhages in people with haemophilia PwH lead to restrictions in the locomotor system and, as a result, in physical performance, too. Due to its physical and psychological benefits, sport is increasingly re-commended for haemophilic patients. Evidence on the cost-effectiveness of sports therapy is still lacking. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine the cost-effectiveness of a 6-month programmed sports therapy PST. Methods: The cost-effectiveness of the 6-month PST was assessed from a societal perspective alongside a RCT using cost-utility analysis.
The analysis included 50 PwH with moderate-to-severe haemophilia A and B and a training period over 6 months. The health-related quality of life was measured with the EuroQoL-domain questionnaire. Resource utilization was assessed by questionnaire before and after the intervention.
A cost-effectiveness acceptability curve was constructed, and sensitivity analyses were performed. The performed sensitivity analysis confirmed these results.
Furthermore, results weakly indicate the potential of the PST to reduce healthcare costs. Future studies should expand the observation period to have a closer look at the influence of PST on lifetime costs. Abstract Introduction: Recurrent musculoskeletal haemorrhages in people with haemophilia PwH lead to restrictions in the locomotor system and, as a result, in physical performance, too. Publication types Randomized Controlled Trial.
