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Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic mobilisation of the greater omentum for breast reconstruction. This involves removing the fatty tissue using special instruments through small cuts in the abdomen.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 February 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on laser-assisted cerebral vascular anastomosis without temporary arterial occlusion. This involves using a special laser device to create a bypass without the need to temporarily interrupt the blood flow to the brain.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 February 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided catheterisation of the epidural space. This involves using ultrasound scanning to guide a catheter into the space inside the spine to give pain relief or an anaesthetic.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 January 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on transilluminated powered phlebectomy for varicose veins. This involves using a special light passed underneath the skin to see the veins and removing them by suction.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 January 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic excision of mediastinal parathyroid tumours. This involves operating on the tumour using a flexible camera inserted through small cuts in the chest (keyhole surgery).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

12 December 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on hybrid procedure for interim management of hypoplastic left heart syndrome in neonates. This involves placing bands around the branches of the pulmonary artery and inserting stents to keep the ductus arteriosus open.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

12 December 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopically assisted mitral valve surgery. This involves repairing a defective valve through one or more small incisions between the ribs rather than one large incision through the breastbone (sternum).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

12 December 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic aortopexy for severe primary tracheomalacia. This involves attaching the aorta to the sternum with sutures, using special instruments through small cuts in the chest (keyhole surgery).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

12 December 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on soft-palate implants for obstructive sleep apnoea. This involves inserting implants into the soft palate of the mouth to stiffen it over subsequent weeks and make it less likely to vibrate.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 November 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on soft-palate implants for simple snoring. This involves inserting implants into the soft palate of the mouth to make it stiffer and less likely to vibrate.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 November 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous radiofrequency ablation of renal cancer. This involves using heat produced through electrodes placed into the tumour to destroy the cancer cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 July 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous mitral valve annuloplasty. This involves inserting a catheter into a large vein in the groin or neck and passing through to the heart. A device is placed into a large vein that sits next to the mitral valve to constrict the valve, with the aim of making it close properly.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 July 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on stapled transanal rectal resection for obstructed defaecation syndrome. This involves removing the damaged part of the rectum and joining the remaining parts back together.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 June 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for Barrett's oesophagus. This involves using a light-activated drug (called a photosensitising agent) with a laser to destroy the abnormal cells and to promote the growth of healthy cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 June 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous occlusion of the left atrial appendage in non-valvular atrial fibrillation for the prevention of thromboembolism. This involves using a special device to block the mouth of the left atrial appendage and stop the blood clot from getting into the bloodstream.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 June 2010