Treatment for men with enlarged prostate is recommended by NICE for NHS adoption
Final guidance from NICE recommends the PLASMA system
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NICE guidelines (2)
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Technology appraisal guidance (3)
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Interventional procedures guidance (13)
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Medical technologies guidance (8)
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Medtech innovation briefings (8)
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Awaiting development (2)
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Topic selection (2)
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News on this topic
A new option for men with enlarged prostate
Men suffering with symptoms from an enlarged prostate could be offered a new type of nonsurgical treatment thanks to changes in NICE guidance.