| Abstract: | In the present study, we aimed to evaluate the efficiency and cost of pirarubicin (THP) and epirubicin (EPI) as prophylaxis for recurrence in patients with superficial bladder tumors by bladder instillation after transurethral resection of a bladder tumor (TUR-BT). Standardized evaluation was performed by analyzing research papers. Moreover, expert opinions, studies and cost data were combined to evaluate cost of THP and EPI. With systematic review and expert opinions, we confirmed that THP and EPI were not statistically different when they were used as prophylaxis for recurrence in patients with superficial bladder tumors by bladder instillation after TUR-BT. Moreover, the cost evaluation of THP and EPI needs to be separately discussed according to original/generic drug. The original drug THP had more cost advantages than EPI, while generic EPI had more cost advantages than THP. |
