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Direct Access Flexible Sigmoidoscopy

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Under Review — this page was due to be reviewed by 21 September 2024. The information shown here may be outdated.

For assistance with the management of patients under the age of 50yrs who present to primary care with bright red rectal bleeding.

See the 'Lower GI’ pathway for more information of the management of other lower GI symptoms.

Eligibility criteria

Inclusions

  • Under 50 years
  • Present with bright red rectal bleeding 

How to refer

The following clinicians can refer to this service: GPs

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Referral methods: e-Referrals

Via e-RS. Please attach the referral form.

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Direct Access Flexible Sigmoidoscopy Patient Leaflet

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Last updated: Mar 18th, 2024
Review date: Sep 21st, 2024

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