What is 2ww referral?

A 'Two Week Wait' referral is a request from your General Practitioner (GP) to ask the hospital for an urgent appointment for you, because you have symptoms that might indicate that you have cancer.

Does an urgent referral mean I have cancer?

Does this mean I have cancer? It is normal to worry when you are urgently referred to see a specialist by your GP, nurse or dentist. However, more than 9 out of every 10 people (more than 90%) referred this way will not be diagnosed with cancer.

What percentage of 2WW referrals are cancer?

Of all 2WW referrals, 11% (n = 96 561) resulted in a cancer diagnosis (conversion rate). Diagnoses resulting from 2WW referrals accounted for 43% of all first treatments for cancer recorded on the CWT database (detection rate).

What is the 2 week rule NHS?

The maximum waiting time for suspected cancer is 2 weeks from the day your appointment is booked through the NHS e-Referral Service, or when the hospital or service receives your referral letter.

Is an urgent referral serious?

An urgent referral is that which clinicians consider being of sufficient seriousness to justify a rapid investigation.

2WW Referrals Overview

What is 2WW Gynaecology?

The 'two week wait' or 'urgent' appointment was introduced so that a specialist would see any patient with symptoms that might indicate cancer as quickly as possible. The two week wait appointment has been requested either by your GP or dentist.

Why is my referral being reviewed?

Why have I been referred? Your GP will discuss with you and, if appropriate, your carer, about why a referral is being recommended for you. It is usually because your GP wants a specialist's help in deciding on the best way to treat your condition.

What is 2WW colorectal?

Welcome to the North Bristol electronic straight to test 2 week wait colorectal pathway. This pathway means GPs can book tests directly and we will track the patients internally as a 2 week wait. This pathway has improved cancer performance and was shortlisted for a BMJ award.

What does 2WW lower GI mean?

The 2WW lower GI services at NBT, UHB and WGH are for patients who meet the Lower Gastrointestinal Cancer Two Week Wait criteria.

Why am I being referred to an oncologist?

Generally speaking, you might see an oncologist if you talk to your primary care physician about a change in your body and they recommend you have some preliminary tests. You likely will be referred to an oncologist if your tests indicate you have cancer.

Will a doctor tell you if they suspect cancer?

Doctors need the information about grade and stage to plan your treatment. It may take a few days before your doctor has the results of all the tests. They will then be able to tell you whether you have cancer, and talk with you about your treatment options.

How long does a cancer referral take?

no more than 2 months (62 days) wait between the date the hospital receives an urgent referral for suspected cancer and the start of treatment. no more than 31 days wait between the meeting at which you and your doctor agree the treatment plan and the start of treatment.

How long does urgent referral take?

What does it mean to be urgently referred? An urgent two-week referral means that you will be offered an appointment with a hospital specialist within 2 weeks of your General Practitioner (GP) making the referral.

Does 2WW mean cancer?

A 'Two Week Wait' referral is a request from your General Practitioner (GP) to ask the hospital for an urgent appointment for you, because you have symptoms that might indicate that you have cancer.

Can blood test detect cancer?

Samples taken for cancer blood tests are tested in a lab for signs of cancer. When viewed under a microscope, the samples may show the actual cancer cells. Other blood tests might find proteins or other substances made by the cancer. Blood tests can also tell your provider how well your organs are working.

What is the NHS cancer pathway?

A Cancer Pathway is the PATIENT's journey from the initial suspicion of cancer through Clinical Investigations, PATIENT DIAGNOSIS and treatment. This could be by: Initial referral to a hospital specialist by the PATIENT's GENERAL PRACTITIONER. Assessment in an Emergency Care Department.

Is colorectal upper or lower GI?

For the purposes of endoscopy, the upper GI tract includes the esophagus, stomach and duodenum (esophagogastroduodenoscopy [EGD] or upper GI endoscopy UGIE), and the lower GI tract includes the anus, rectum, colon, and cecum (anoproctosigmoidocolonoscopy or lower GI endoscopy).

What is lower GI assessment?

A lower GI series is a procedure in which a doctor uses x-rays and a chalky liquid called barium to view your large intestine. The barium will make your large intestine more visible on an x-ray.

What is the lower GI?

The lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract is the last part of the digestive tract. The lower GI tract consists of the large intestine and the anus. The anus is a 1-inch opening at the end of your digestive tract through which stool leaves your body.

What happens in a colorectal exam?

The doctor will insert a gloved finger into your anus to check for tenderness or blockage. The doctor will then insert a lubricated proctoscope into your rectum and pump air in to expand the rectum. You may feel some fullness, like you need to pass a stool.

Why do I need an urgent colonoscopy?

Urgent Colonoscopy is also performed in patient with colon obstruction due to colon cancer, volvulus or Ogilvie syndrome. Colonoscopy should be avoided, however, for peritonitis, acute colitis and in patients with acute myocardial infarction or pulmonary thrombosis history.

What are lower GI cancers?

Lower gastrointestinal cancers include colon cancer, rectal cancer and anal cancer.

Can a referral be rejected?

As part of this review process, a provider can choose to reject the referral if they feel it's inappropriate for their service or they require additional referral information to make a decision.

How do referrals work?

A referral, in the most basic sense, is a written order from your primary care doctor to see a specialist for a specific medical service. Referrals are required by most health insurance companies to ensure that patients are seeing the correct providers for the correct problems.

What happens after a GP referral?

A GP referral is a request from your GP to another specialist to assess your health further. It's done for many reasons, such as the need for specialist treatment. Your GP can send you to the appropriate consultant, or you can decide on your own through the Choose and Book system.