Hidradenitis suppurativa

The Minimum information for referrals to non-admitted specialist services lists the information that should be included in a referral request.

Full SRC reference

Eligibility

At least one must be met for the patient to be eligible for referral.

Clinically suspected or confirmed hidradenitis suppurativa with initial primary-care work-up completed

Red flags

Indicate urgent (Category 1) referral or emergency assessment.

Severe and tender lumps with fluctuant nodules or signs of systemic illness

Routine referral criteria

Determine Category 2 or 3 urgency.

Hidradenitis suppurativa that has not responded to medical management (at least 3 to 6 months of continuous oral antibiotics) with functional impact on quality of life or activities of daily life