Journal of health services research & policy
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J Health Serv Res Policy · Oct 1996
Comparative StudyThe cost and effectiveness of the London Helicopter Emergency Medical Service.
To assess the incremental consequences of the London Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) for the outcomes of survivors in terms of disability and health status, and cost. ⋯ As there is no evidence of any improvement in outcomes overall for the extra cost, the HEMS has not been found to be a cost-effective service.