Update regarding the shortage of medical bone cement

We are aware of the current shortage of medical bone cement affecting the NHS, following temporary production halts at one of the main global suppliers. We understand that this situation may be worrying for patients awaiting joint surgery.

Unfortunately this situation does now mean that a small number of our planned procedures over the weekend and into early next week will need to be postponed. Our teams will be making contact with patients as required to discuss your options and next steps. If you do not hear from us, you should therefore assume your surgery is not impacted and will go ahead as planned.

Thank you for your understanding.

Last updated on Friday 20 February at 13.00pm.