Evaluation of pilot hyperacute units to deliver acute sickle cell care as part of a wider programme of quality improvement (SCD)
In response to recognition of avoidable deaths and failures of care for people with sickle cell, NHS England is funding a transformation programme to respond to areas of identified need and clinical risk for people affected by the condition.
As part of this programme, hyperacute units are being set up for people with sickle cell to attend when they are in vaso-occulsive crisis. The aim of these units is to deliver optimal care more quicky via contact with specialist health professionals who can ensure the correct treatment is administered and prevent further escalation.
