Understanding GPs' referral decisions for younger patients with symptoms of cancer: a qualitative interview study

CONCLUSION: While most GPs interpret age criteria flexibly and follow their own judgement and experience when making clinical decisions regarding younger patients, system constraints may be a barrier to timely investigation.PMID:38684377 | DOI:10.3399/BJGP.2023.0304

Source: The British Journal of General Practice - April 29, 2024 Category: Primary Care Authors: Erica di Martino Stephanie Honey Stephen H Bradley Omer M Ali Richard D Neal Suzanne E Scott Source Type: research