Here are notable aspergillosis clinics and centres in the UK that provide specialized care for conditions such as Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (ABPA), Chronic Pulmonary Aspergillosis (CPA), and invasive aspergillosis:

1. National Aspergillosis Centre (NAC)

  • Location: Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester.
  • About: The NAC is the UK’s leading centre for the diagnosis and treatment of all forms of aspergillosis. It offers highly specialized care for patients with ABPA, CPA, and other aspergillosis-related conditions.
  • Key Features:
    • Multidisciplinary team including respiratory physicians, infectious disease specialists, and mycologists.
    • Research into fungal diseases and novel treatments.
  • Contact: NAC Website

2. Royal Brompton and Harefield NHS Foundation Trust

  • Location: London.
  • About: A leading centre for respiratory diseases, including fungal infections like aspergillosis. They manage complex cases of ABPA and CPA.
  • Contact: Royal Brompton Website

3. Papworth Hospital (Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust)

  • Location: Cambridge.
  • About: Specializes in respiratory and thoracic medicine, with experience in fungal lung diseases such as CPA and ABPA.
  • Contact: Royal Papworth Website

4. University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

5. North Bristol NHS Trust (Southmead Hospital)

  • Location: Bristol.
  • About: Offers respiratory care, including management of ABPA and fungal lung diseases.
  • Contact: Southmead Hospital Website

6. Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust

  • Location: Nottingham.
  • About: Known for its expertise in managing fungal diseases, including aspergillosis.
  • Contact: NUH Website

7. Addenbrooke’s Hospital (Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)

  • Location: Cambridge.
  • About: Provides advanced respiratory care, including diagnostics and treatment for fungal lung infections.
  • Contact: Addenbrooke’s Website

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Patient Support and Resources

National Aspergillosis Centre:

Aspergillosis Trust: Offers guidance and support for patients in the UK:

British Lung Foundation & AsthmaUK: Provides resources and support for managing aspergillosis.

If you’re interested in being referred to any of these clinics, speak to your GP or specialist about arranging a referral