Table 1 Percent variation in the assumptions considered in the Project
Assumptions included in the calculations | Reference case | Worst scenario | Best scenario |
|---|---|---|---|
1. Percentage of disability reduction from moderate to mild in incident patients, as a consequence of the reduction in the time to diagnosis. | 50% | 25% | 75% |
2. Percentage of disability reduction from severe to moderate in the incident patients, as a consequence of the reduction in the time to diagnosis. | 50% | 25% | 75% |
3. Percentage of cross-consultations avoided in neurology after direct consultation between Primary Care and Specialised Care professionals. | 50% | 25% | 75% |
4. Percentage of reduction of informal care hours, as a result of a better follow-up of patients and the slowing down of the progression of their illness. | 20% | 10% | 30% |
5. Decrease in the percentage of patients who do not work because of MS. | 20% | 10% | 30% |
6. Percentage of untreated SPMS patients, who could be treated. | 50% | 75% | 25% |