The evaluation of the benefit of a nurse led rectal bleeder clinic

Abstract

Rectal bleeding is a common referral symptom to colorectal services. In a small percentage of people it can be a recognised symptom of bowel cancer warranting further investigation. With changes in government agendas and referral guidelines there is a vast increase in patients being referred on a fast-track cancer pathway. This paper will evaluate the evidence of the effectiveness of a straight to test, ‘one- stop’ rectal bleeding clinic in streamlining a service to meet these demands and diagnosing neoplasms of the left side of the bowel.

Citation

(2022). The evaluation of the benefit of a nurse led rectal bleeder clinic. The Journal of Academic Development and Education, https://doi.org/10.21252/1w42-y298

• Acceptance Date: Sep 30, 2022
• Publication Date: Sep 30, 2022
• Journal: Journal of Academic Development and Education Special Edition (Advanced Clinical Practice Edition)
• Print ISSN: 2051-3593
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.21252/1w42-y298
• Keywords: Rectal Bleeding, Colorectal Cancer, Nurse Endoscopist, Early Detection, Streamlining Services
• Publisher URL: https://doi.org/10.21252/1w42-y298