Audit of Nasal Bone Fracture Referrals to an ENT Hub: Timeliness of Review and Management

Telephone triage effectively reduced unnecessary clinic reviews, but delays in contacting patients, particularly paediatric cases, affected timely management. Earlier in-clinic review for children, better communication strategies, and ensuring accurate referral information may improve service delivery.

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Cureus
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2025-09-20
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https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.92814
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Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
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Audit of Nasal Bone Fracture Referrals to an ENT Hub: Timeliness of Review and Management

Julia McAdam
Cureus
Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
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Audit of Nasal Bone Fracture Referrals to an ENT Hub: Timeliness of Review and Management

Julia McAdam
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Abstract

Telephone triage effectively reduced unnecessary clinic reviews, but delays in contacting patients, particularly paediatric cases, affected timely management. Earlier in-clinic review for children, better communication strategies, and ensuring accurate referral information may improve service delivery.

CureusVol. 17(9)
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 51%
Medical Malpractice and Liability Issues
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