How long is the wait between test-dose and the implant?
After a successful test-dose the waiting time before the implant is dependent on a number of variables that include the funding agreement process, operating theatre capacity, available bed space and NHS waiting list directives. Once approved for ITB Therapy, the maximum time that the child will wait for the implant will be dependent on the maximum waiting list time that the hospital complies with. In certain NHS Trusts this may be a maximum of a 6 months’ wait.
