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Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency denervation for osteoarthritic knee pain. This involves applying heat (radiofrequency) energy to damage the nerves (denervation) that are causing pain in the knee.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 June 2023

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Evidence-based recommendations on transperineal laser ablation for treating lower urinary tract symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia. This involves using laser energy to destroy some of the prostate tissue.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

8 January 2025

Evidence-based recommendations on MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy for treating Parkinson’s. This involves using ultrasound to destroy tissue in an area of the brain linked to Parkinson’s symptoms.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

18 December 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on MRI-guided focused ultrasound thalamotomy for treating moderate to severe tremor in Parkinson’s. This involves using ultrasound to destroy tissue in the thalamus.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

18 December 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant. This involves inserting a metal implant through the skin and into the centre of the bone of the stump and attaching a prosthetic limb to it.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

17 December 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic bipolar radiofrequency ablation for malignant biliary obstruction. This involves using heat energy to unblock the obstruction.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

14 November 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on microwave ablation for atrial fibrillation in association with other cardiac surgery. This involves scarring the heart tissue using heat produced from microwave energy to interrupt abnormal electrical signals.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

25 May 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on single-step scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects. This involves inserting a scaffold into the damaged area of the knee to support regrowth and repair of the cartilage.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Last updated

5 August 2025