If model assumptions are not met, non-parametric rank-based procedures will be considered.
Voxel Based Morphometry (VBM) procedures will be used to analyze brain volumes and to evaluate the correlation between the score obtained by subjects and the grey matter density on their anatomical MRI scans.
Patients with chronic kidney diseases and end-stage renal disease undergoing dialysis, based on recommended procedures, will be submitted to general physical measurements performed by a well-trained physician and physical therapist before and after the dialysis session using precise instruments.
Costs of surgical procedures will be based on the type of surgery multiplied by the most appropriate health-related group reference cost.
Unit cost of medications will be determined using the Ontario Drug Benefit Formulary and non-prescription drugs databases, and unit cost of diagnostic tests and procedures will be based on fees obtained from the Ontario Health Insurance Schedule of Benefits and Fees [ 76].
Research, training and new operating procedures will be developed based on good practices in European Union Member States.
All the procedures will be done through the vagina.
Thirdly, the costing procedures will be presented.
Thereafter, the screening procedures will be performed.
No other procedures will be performed.
All procedures will be standardised across sites.
