Table 5 Cost inputs
Parameter | Mean | Lower bound | Upper bound | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
FreeSyle Libre® reader (one-off cost) | R$ 289.90 | R$ 260.91 | R$ 318.89 | Abbott’s suggested price |
FreeSyle Libre® sensor (unitary cost) | R$ 289.90 | R$ 260.91 | R$ 318.89 | Abbott’s suggested price |
Glucometer (one-off cost) | R$ 70.12 | R$ 63.11 | R$ 77.13 | BPS [35] |
Strips (unitary cost) | R$ 0.32 | R$ 0.28 | R$ 0.35 | BPS [36] |
Lancets (unitary cost) | R$ 0.13 | R$ 0.12 | R$ 0.14 | BPS [37] |
Hospitalization due to severe hypoglycemia | R$ 368.80 | R$ 232.12 | R$ 429.26 | DATASUS [38] |
Hospitalization due to ketoacidosis | R$ 555.20 | R$ 384.80 | R$ 2160.80 | DATASUS [38] |