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FOI Clinical testing for ME/Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)

Data on the clinical testing for ME/CFS patients and the NHS implementation of Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing and protocols.

Applies to England

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FOI Clinical testing for ME/Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)

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This request asked for information relating to the testing for ME/CFS. The request asked specifically for details of how the NHS implements the CPET to quantify the metabolic abnormalities seen in patients with ME/ CFS and also how the NHS implements protocols which are used at leading clinic to help patients improve the quality of their life.

NHS Improvement did not hold the requested information.

Published 26 January 2017