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Evidence-based recommendations on magnetic resonance (MR) image-guided percutaneous laser ablation of uterine fibroids. This involves passing laser heat through needles inserted into the fibroid to destroy it.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic insertion of peritoneal dialysis catheter. This involves inserting a tube through small cuts (keyhole surgery) in the abdomen to remove waste product from the blood.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 February 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on palliative photodynamic therapy for treating advanced oesophageal cancer. This involves injecting a photosensitising agent into the tumour and using light to activate it and destroy the tumour cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 January 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on fetal cystoscopy for the diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary outflow tract obstruction. This involves inserting a tube with a flexible camera through small cuts in the mother's abdomen to identify and open any blockage.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 January 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic distal pancreatectomy. This involves removing the left part of the pancreas through small cuts (keyhole surgery) in the upper abdomen.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 January 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic laser foraminoplasty. This involves inserting a laser to remove portions of the disc that have protruded and are narrowing the foramen.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on fetal vesico–amniotic shunt for lower urinary tract outflow obstruction. This involves inserting a cannula through the mother's abdominal and uterine walls into the amniotic cavity and subsequently into the bladder of the fetus.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

13 December 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for early-stage oesophageal cancer. This involves injecting a photosensitising agent into the tumour which is then activated by a light to destroy the tumour cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

13 December 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on septostomy with or without amnioreduction for treating twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. This involves creating a small hole in the membrane between the babies to allow the amniotic fluid to move from one baby to the other, so both babies have a more equal amount of amniotic fluid.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

13 December 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on intrauterine laser ablation of placental vessels for treating twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. This involves using a laser to seal off some of the blood vessels in the placenta so both babies receive a more equal amount of blood.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

13 December 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. This involves removing the prostate gland and some surrounding tissue using specialised instruments through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 November 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for severe acute respiratory failure in adults. This involves using a tube to carry blood from the right side of the heart and then pump it through an artificial lung where it picks up oxygen.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 April 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on endovenous laser treatment of the long saphenous vein. This involves using laser and heat to seal up the vein.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 March 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on endovascular stent-grafting of popliteal aneurysms. This involves inserting a ‘stent-graft’ device through the femoral artery (in the groin) lining the inside of the aneurysm.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 April 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on carotid artery stent placement for symptomatic extracranial carotid stenosis. This involves using a metal mesh called a stent to widen the narrowed carotid artery.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 April 2011