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Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of a subretinal prosthesis system for retinitis pigmentosa. This involves performing a vitrectomy and implanting a microchip underneath the macula using a transscleral, then subretinal approach.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of an epiretinal prosthesis for retinitis pigmentosa. This involves inserting an implant into the eye that receives data from a small camera on the person's glasses and then stimulates healthy cells in the retina to see basic images.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on suture fixation of acute disruption of the distal tibiofibular syndesmosis. This involves threading a suture through a tunnel made in the bones (tibia and fibula) and tying the ends together to fix the joint.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine. This involves removing the damaged disc and inserting an artificial disc in its place.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 May 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT) for primary hepatocellular carcinoma. This involves infusion of microspheres loaded with yttrium-90, which aims to deliver radiation directly into the tumour, minimising the risk of radiation damage to healthy surrounding tissues.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on photochemical corneal cross linkage using riboflavin and ultraviolet A for keratoconus. This involves using special eye drops and exposing the eye ultraviolet light, with the aim to strengthen the cornea.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 September 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on minimally invasive video-assisted parathyroidectomy. This involves inserting surgical instruments through a small cut (keyhole surgery) to find and remove any abnormal glands.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 August 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This involves removing the gallbladder through a small cut, most often below the bellly button.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for Barrett’s oesophagus with low-grade dysplasia or no dysplasia. This involves using radiofrequency (heat) energy to destroy the abnormal cells and promote the growth of healthy normal cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on epidermal radiotherapy using rhenium-188 paste for non-melanoma skin cancer. This involves radioactive paste being spread on foil over the top of the cancer, to destroy the cancer cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

2 April 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound enhanced catheter-directed thrombolysis for deep vein thrombosis. This involves using ultrasound waves and a drug to break up the clot.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound enhanced catheter-directed thrombolysis for pulmonary embolism. This involves using ultrasound waves and a drug to break up the clot.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Recommendation ID NG129/1 Question What are the benefits, risk and cost effectiveness of enteral nutrition in maintaining remission in

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

25 October 2019

Recommendation ID CG152/3 Question 5-aminosalicylate (5-ASA) treatment:- Following successful medical induction of remission of Crohn's

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

17 September 2020

Recommendation ID NG156/2 Question What is the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of complex endovascular aneurysm repair (EVAR) versus

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

10 August 2020