Service Referral Criteria

Conditions Treated

• Extraoesophageal Acid Reflux
• Neuromuscular Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
• Pharyngeal Paich
• Globus (foreign body) Sensation
• Oesophageal Web

Procedures Performed

• Flexible Endoscopy
• Evaluation of Swallowing
• Cross Sectional Imaging
• Referral of Oesophageal Function Studies as appropriate

Exclusions

• Patients with suspected malignant obstructive lesions of the throat or gullet should be referred via 2WW Route

Administrative Requirements

• If your patient requires transport this should be booked by the Practice
• If your patient requires an interpreter then please include comprehensive details with the referral letter
• Please confirm all demographic details of your patient
• Please include any past medical and/or surgical history
• Please state whether your patient has been treated or see for the same condition at this or any other hospital
• Please include a current list of medication your patient is currently taking
• Please ensure any "suggested investigations" are completed prior to referring your patient, and all results are attached with your referral letter