Inflammatory bowel disease
The inflammatory bowel disease service should conform to the IBD Standards, NICE quality standard and participate in national clinical audit.
The IBD Standards have been summarised into six key standards. Audits of patient outcomes will be based on these standards.
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Standard A – High-quality clinical care
High-quality, safe and integrated clinical care for IBD patients based on multidisciplinary team working and effective collaboration across NHS organisational structures and boundaries.
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Standard B – Local delivery of care
Care for IBD patients that is delivered as locally as possible, but with rapid access to more specialised services when needed.
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Standard C – Maintaining a patient-centred service
Patient-centred care should be responsive to individual needs and offer a choice of care strategies where possible and appropriate.
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Standard D – Patient education and support
IBD care should empower patients to understand their condition and its management. This will allow them to achieve the best quality of life possible.
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Standard E – Data, information technology and audit
An IBD service that uses data, IT and audit to support patient care effectively and to optimise clinical management.
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Standard F – Evidence-based practice and research
A service that is knowledge-based and actively supports service improvement and clinical research.
