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Guidelines
Clinical guidelines and guidance documents developed or endorsed by the Irish Thoracic Society to support high-quality respiratory health care across the island of Ireland.
Coming soon: oxygen guideline updates
The ITS is updating its guidance on oxygen therapy. Two updates are in development, covering acute oxygen use and long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT), and both are expected in November 2026.
In development · Oxygen
Acute oxygen therapy guideline update
Updated guidance on the prescription, delivery and monitoring of oxygen in acute and emergency settings.
- Expected
- November 2026
- For
- Healthcare professionals
In development · Oxygen
Long-term oxygen therapy (LTOT) guideline update
Updated guidance on assessment, prescribing and follow-up for people using oxygen at home over the long term.
- Expected
- November 2026
- For
- Healthcare professionals
Current guidelines
Infection
Chapter 8 of the National Tuberculosis (TB) Guidelines for Ireland – Infection Prevention and Control
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No guidelines in this topic yet. The oxygen guideline updates are expected in November 2026.