Table 2

Model inputs: costs

ItemFixed cost (€)Cost range (€)Source
Endoscopy with urease test474NHS National Tariff
Endoscopy with biopsy514NHS National Tariff
UBT kit and assay22–36.4BNF
FAT kit and assay16.713.8–21.8Expert opinion
Follow-up test after eradication22–36.4BNF
Symptomatic treatment19.2–27.1BNF
Antibiotic treatment (first line)19.1–26.9BNF
Antibiotic treatment (second line)19.1–34.7BNF
Management of peptic ulcer575–1150Expert opinion
  • UBT, urea breath test; FAT, faecal antigen test; BNF, British National Formulary.