Haemoptysis

Investigation and management of coughing up blood.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
RespiratoryEmergency Medicine

Clinical Guidelines

NICE guideline [NG12]: Suspected cancer: recognition and referral
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Pan-London Suspected Lung & Pleural Cancer Referral Guide
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British Thoracic Society guideline for advanced diagnostic and therapeutic flexible bronchoscopy in adults
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Bronchial artery embolization for hemoptysis: a consensus statement
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European Respiratory Society guidelines for the management of bronchiectasis in adults
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NICE guideline: Diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer (includes recommendations for haemoptysis investigation)
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Pneumothorax and Hemoptysis Clinical Care Guidelines | Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
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US Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and European Cystic Fibrosis Society consensus guidelines for the management of cystic fibrosis pulmonary complications
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