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Robust analysis of the determinants of healthcare expenditure growth: evidence from panel data for low-, middle- and high-income countries

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  • Moheddine Younsi
  • Mohamed Chakroun
  • Amine Nafla

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  • Moheddine Younsi & Mohamed Chakroun & Amine Nafla, 2016. "Robust analysis of the determinants of healthcare expenditure growth: evidence from panel data for low-, middle- and high-income countries," International Journal of Health Planning and Management, Wiley Blackwell, vol. 31(4), pages 580-601, October.
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