Written question asked by David Amess (Conservative) on Monday, 19 October 2009, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 21 October 2009. It was answered by Baroness Merron (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 on behalf of the Department of Health.

Haematology

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Health when his Department plans to review the national haematology guidelines; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: The Department does not generally issue guidance on haematology. Professional guidance is usually provided by the British Committee for Standards in Haematology.In 2003, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) published guidance on Improving Outcomes in Haematological Cancers. This guidance makes recommendations on the organisation of services for patients with haematological cancers. NICE has not yet set a date for review of this guidance.

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