Economic burden of Duchenne muscular dystrophy from a societal perspective in Mumbai, India

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the economic impact of Duchenne muscular dystrophy from a societal viewpoint in Mumbai, India.
• Developed standard treatment guidelines
• Analyzed resource allocation through national health schemes
• Promoted evidence-based therapeutic practices
• Evaluated cost-effectiveness of disease-modifying drugs
• Identified baseline data for economic analysis
• Highlighted the need for regulation of unscientific therapies
• Proposed enhancements in healthcare services for DMD management

Abstract