Seán Sherlock (Cork East, Labour)
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Question 80: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the waiting time protocols regarding children in need of surgery for the condition scoliosis; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24225/10]

Seán Sherlock (Cork East, Labour)
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Question 81: To ask the Minister for Health and Children the after care policy here for persons who have undergone surgery for the condition scoliosis abroad; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [24226/10]

Mary Harney (Dublin Mid West, Independent)
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Ì propose to take Questions Nos. 80 and 81 together.

The treatment provided to a patient is a matter for clinical decision, in consultation with the patient, where appropriate, and his or her family. Cases are reviewed by the relevant clinical team on a regular basis and surgery and other treatment is determined and prioritised according to clinical need.

In relation to public patients who are referred for surgical treatment abroad, arrangements are made for appropriate ongoing care by the referring consultant, in conjunction with the hospital in which the procedure has been carried out.