§ Dr. CableTo ask the Secretary of State for Health how many people took part in the limited implementation HPV pilot scheme in(a) Newcastle, (b) North Bristol and (c) Norfolk and Norwich in (i) 2001–02 and (ii) 2002–03; what the percentage was of women with a borderline/mild abnormality; how much the pilot study has cost since its commencement; and if he will make a statement. [72498]
§ Ms. Blears[holding answer 23 July 2002]: The human papilloma virus (HPV) pilots have been set up to assess the role that HPV testing may play in the triage of women with borderline and low-grade abnormalities.
Number of HPV tests: 2001–02
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Norfolk/Norwich Bristol Newcastle Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) 2,700 2,200 3,248 The General Medical Council (GMC) booklet "Good Medical Practice" states that general practitioners' views about a patient's lifestyle or beliefs must not prejudice the treatment they provide or arrange. If they feel their beliefs might affect the treatment, this must be explained to the patient who should be told of their right to see another doctor. Breach of this guidance may expose a doctor to a charge of serious professional misconduct and disciplinary action by the GMC.