Abstract
Running a safe rapid access clinic (RAC) is an integral component of cancer services. Efficiency in the delivery of these services requires participation in activities such as multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meetings, adhering to national cancer waiting time targets and performing audits. Referrals to RAC clinic often fall into five categories: postmenopausal bleeding, suspected ovarian, cervical, vulval or endometrial cancer. Standardised forms allow a broader category ‘other’ to include non-specific concerns.
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Nama, V. (2018). Running a Safe Rapid Access Clinic. In: Jha, S., Ferriman, E. (eds) Medicolegal Issues in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-78683-4_62
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