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Is Regret Theory an alternative basis for estimating the value of healthcare interventions?

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  • Smith, Richard David, 1996. "Is Regret Theory an alternative basis for estimating the value of healthcare interventions?," Health Policy, Elsevier, vol. 37(2), pages 105-115, August.
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