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Evidence-based recommendations on infracoccygeal sacropexy using mesh to repair uterine prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh from the buttocks to the top of the vagina to hold the uterus in place.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on infracoccygeal sacropexy using mesh to repair vaginal vault prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh from the buttocks to the top of the vagina to hold the vagina in place.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on fallopian tube recanalisation by guidewire. This involves injecting dye through a narrow tube inserted into the fallopian tube and if this does not unblock it, using a guidewire.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 July 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps. This involves using a special device to remove the polyp and seal the bowel wall closed afterwards.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 May 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on minimally invasive sacroiliac joint fusion surgery for chronic sacroiliac pain in adults. This involves fixing the sacrum to the ilium using 2 or 3 metal implants.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

5 April 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on sacrocolpopexy with hysterectomy using mesh to repair uterine prolapse. This involves attaching mesh from the top of the vagina to the base of the spine to support the pelvic organs after the womb has been removed.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 March 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on extraurethral (non-circumferential) retropubic adjustable compression devices for stress urinary incontinence in women. This involves putting 2 small balloons on either side of the tube that carries urine from the bladder to support it and reduce leaks.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 March 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on trabecular stent bypass microsurgery for open-angle glaucoma. This involves inserting a hollow metal tube (stent) into the eye, to improve drainage of fluid from the eye.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 February 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on lateral interbody fusion in the lumbar spine for low back pain in adults. This involves removing the damaged disc and fixing parts of the spine together, to relieve pain.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 February 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on scleral expansion surgery for presbyopia. This involves making small incisions in the eye and inserting bands to stretch part of the sclera.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 July 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on radiation therapy for early Dupuytren’s contractures in adults. This involves directing low energy X-rays at the affected tissue.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

21 December 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on single-anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy for treating morbid obesity. This involves reducing the size of the stomach and small intestine to reduce the amount of food absorbed.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 November 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous insertion of craniocaudal expandable implants for vertebral compression fracture in adults. This involves inserting an implant into the spine to restore the vertebral height.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 November 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic transluminal pancreatic necrosectomy in adults. This involves removing dead tissue from the pancreas.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 November 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of hydrogel keratoprosthesis. This involves putting an artificial cornea into place in a pocket made in the front part of the eye.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 June 2004