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The gastrointestinal service has changed its guidelines for referrals to the lower GI two-week wait (2WW) pathway as well as its process for new referrals.
A FIT test should be completed in primary care before all referrals.
Referrals received with symptoms of IDA, mass, anal ulceration and marked weight loss (10%)
- FIT test will be used for stratifying diagnostics.
- If FIT test results are not provided or not available then clinician will still proceed to investigations.
Referrals received without symptoms of IDA, mass, anal ulceration or marked weight loss (10%) and no FIT test
- Please indicate clearly on the referral form why a FIT test has not been carried out. We will use this to assist in decision-making about next steps.
Referrals received without symptoms of IDA, mass, anal ulceration or marked weight loss (10%) and FIT test over 10
- Referral will be accepted and patient booked into a telephone clinic.
Referrals received without symptoms of IDA, mass, anal ulceration or marked weight loss (10%) and FIT test under 10
- Referral will be accepted and a safety net appointment will be made.
If you are worried about a patient that does not fit the above criteria, or you wish to discuss other concerns, we have turned on our advice and guidance service on e-referrals. We aim to respond to your query within two working days.
Contact: Tally Lazarus, general manager, GI services, tally.
