Suspected neurological conditions: recognition and referral

Suspected neurological conditions: recognition and referral - The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)

This guideline covers the initial assessment of symptoms and signs that might indicate a neurological condition. It helps non-specialist healthcare professionals to identify people who should be offered referral for specialist investigation.

In October 2023, we updated recommendations on suspected cancer pathway referrals for facial pain, gait unsteadiness and single limb weakness or hemiparesis in line with NHS England’s standard on faster diagnosis of cancer. People should have a diagnosis or ruling out of cancer within 28 days of referral.


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