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New Hope: Faster Cancer Care at Royal Surrey
14 Nov
Summary
- New service allows advanced cancer patients quicker treatment.
- Patients now go home the same day, avoiding hospital stays.
- Service has already benefited 16 patients in its first two months.
The Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust has launched an innovative service to expedite treatment for advanced cancer patients. This new nurse-led initiative at the Chilworth Day Unit enables patients experiencing fluid build-up in the abdomen to receive necessary treatment on the same day, eliminating the need for overnight hospital stays.
Previously, patients with this condition typically spent over four days in the hospital. The demand for hospital beds often led to longer waiting times and added discomfort for these individuals. This new service aims to alleviate these issues by providing more timely and efficient care.
Since its inception, the service has already provided benefits to 16 patients within its initial two months. Lead nurse Emma Masters expressed the significant positive impact, emphasizing the value of quicker treatment and improved patient comfort, allowing individuals to return home sooner.
