Billy Timmins (Wicklow, Fine Gael)
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Question 174: To ask the Minister for Health the position regarding an operation in respect of a person (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13265/12]

James Reilly (Dublin North, Fine Gael)
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In relation to this particular case I have been informed by the HSE that the patient was admitted to St James's hospital yesterday, Tuesday 6th March. You will be aware that I have established the Special Delivery Unit (SDU), which will work to unblock access to acute services by dramatically improving the flow of patients through the system, and by streamlining waiting lists, including referrals from GPs. However, I have made it clear at all times that clinical urgency and cancer cases must take precedence.