Request
I am trying to track down data for Urological Catheter use in England and was wondering if it is the best route to seek the data by SHA region.
Ideally, I need to understand the number and total value of all prescribed/ handed out per year for 2005 – 2010.
If this data is available by type/ brand of catheter as well, then that would be fantastic.
Please let me know if this data is held anywhere by SHA level, or whether I need to contact another information source.
Our response
I refer to your email requesting information in respect of urological catheter use.
I can confirm in accordance with S.1 (1) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOIA) that we do not hold the information that you have requested.
However, I can advise you that individual Trusts might be able to provide you with the information that you require. I have provided below, a link to our website that will enable you to contact constituent organisations in the East Midlands:
http://www.eastmidlands.nhs.uk/the-local-nhs/nhs-organisations/
I hope that this information is of use. If you are dissatisfied with the way in which we have dealt with your request you can ask us to review our decision by writing to:-
Mr Moosa Patel
Director of Corporate Affairs
NHS East Midlands
Octavia House
Interchange Business Park
Bostock's Lane
Sandiacre
Nottingham
NG10 5QG
If at the conclusion of any review you remain dissatisfied you may complain to the Information Commissioner who can be contacted at:-
The Office of the Information Commissioner
Wycliffe House
Water Lane
Wilmslow
Cheshire
SK9 5AF
