March 2025

Cyted Health Awarded Best Provider of Diagnostic Services at HSJ Partnership Awards 2025

Cyted Health is honoured to announce that we have been awarded the Best Provider of Diagnostic Services at the HSJ Partnership Awards 2025. This prestigious award recognises our commitment to enhancing early cancer detection across the UK through our innovative, non-endoscopic diagnostic solution.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on endoscopy services in Scotland, Cyted partnered with NHS Scotland to introduce the capsule sponge test, a minimally invasive device designed to detect Barrett’s oesophagus and early signs of oesophageal cancer. This initiative aimed to alleviate pressure on endoscopy services by serving as a triaging and surveillance tool, ensuring that high-risk patients receive timely and accurate diagnoses.

Impact

The implementation of the capsule sponge test has led to significant improvements in patient care and system efficiency:

Detection Impact: The proportion of endoscopies revealing important findings increased from under 10% to over 50%, facilitating early intervention for high-risk patients.
Reduced Waiting Times: Waiting times for endoscopies decreased from nine months to five months, enhancing patient experience and reducing anxiety.
Improved Resource Allocation: There was a 77% reduction in demand for follow-up endoscopies, which has unlocked operational and financial efficiencies.

This award underscores our dedication to innovation and excellence in healthcare, reflecting our ongoing efforts to improve patient outcomes and streamline healthcare processes.

We extend our gratitude to NHS Scotland for their collaboration and to the HSJ Partnership Awards for this award. We remain committed to advancing diagnostic services and improving patient outcomes through continuous innovation and partnership.