Exclusions
The GMSC has a number of general exclusions for referral. These include:
- Children under 18 years
- Known MRSA positive
- ASA 4 (incapacitating systemic disease or multiple unstable co-morbidity)
- ASA 5 (emergency surgery)
- Pregnancy
- Taking warfarin
- Possible malignancy
- Bleeding disorders, including thrombophilias such as haemophilia or Christmas disease
- Previous PE / DVT
There are other exclusions relating to specific procedures, for example the presence of chronic infection or other serious pathology. Please contact the GMSC for further information.