Cryptic crossword clue
Tie up hospital department with attention to detail 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 plus 1 letter word STRINGENT  –

I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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The straight part
We know that "with attention to detail" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case with attention to detail = stringent  –.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does STRINGENT  – mean?

STRINGENT  – adjective
  1. Strict; binding strongly; making strict requirements; restrictive; rigid; severe

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