Children's Oncology Service

Our team help to ensure optimal diagnosis and management of Children and Young People with febrile neutropaenia presenting to POSCU's, including intravenous and oral antibiotics, and to enable timely and appropriate communication and referral of these patients between the POSCU and the PTC as required and as neccessary. 

We also provide haematological support, ie. the administration of blood and/or platelet transfusions as required and if appropriate - this service is available on both sites. 

We will offer 'off treatment' follow up with the lead clinician at the POSCU in conjunction with the PTC where this may be appropriate. 

All oncology patients will have a designated Paediatric Oncology Community Nurse as a keyworker ensuring continuation of care.