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Evidence-based recommendations on endovenous mechanochemical ablation for varicose veins. This involves using a rotating wire and chemical to close the

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 May 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on biodegradable subacromial spacer insertion for rotator cuff tears. This involves using a balloon-like device to create a

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 May 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on transcutaneous electrical stimulation of the supraorbital nerve for treating and preventing migraine in adults. This involves

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 May 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on complete cytoreduction (Sugarbaker technique) for pseudomyxoma peritonei (abnormal tumour that starts in appendix/bowel)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 April 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic live donor simple nephrectomy (keyhole surgery to remove kidney from donor)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica in adults

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

14 December 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for treating Achilles tendinopathy in adults. This involves passing shockwaves through the

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

21 December 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on irreversible electroporation for treating prostate cancer in adults. This involves using electrical pulses to destroy the

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

21 December 2016

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

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

21 December 2016

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

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 February 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous implantation of pulmonary artery pressure sensors for monitoring treatment of chronic heart failure in adults

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 November 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on joint distraction for ankle osteoarthritis in adults. This involves offloading and modifying the mechanical environment in

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on liposuction for chronic lymphoedema in adults. This involves using suction to remove fluid and fat through punctures in the skin

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 April 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency ablation for treating gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE) syndrome

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on endovenous laser treatment (using laser and heat to seal up vein) of the long saphenous vein

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on the insertion of an epiretinal prosthesis for treating retinitis pigmentosa (RP)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on implanting a duodenal–jejunal bypass liner for managing type 2 diabetes

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on endobronchial nitinol coils to improve lung function in emphysema (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease [COPD])

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic liver resection (keyhole removal of hepatocellular carcinoma [HCC] and for benign tumours and cysts)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 July 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for bile duct cancer

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 July 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on transvaginal mesh repair of anterior or posterior vaginal wall prolapse. This involves inserting a mesh to replace tissue that

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

15 December 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on thrombin injections for treating pseudoaneurysms (false aneurysms)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator insertion for preventing sudden cardiac death. This involves placing a

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

20 December 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on unilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound thalamotomy for moderate to severe tremor in Parkinson’s disease in adults

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 February 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic mesh pectopexy for apical prolapse of the uterus or vagina. This involves inserting mesh to hold the uterus or

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

14 March 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous endoscopic laser thoracic discectomy for treating symptomatic thoracic disc herniation (TDH/disc bulge)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on nerve transfer to partially restore upper limb function in people with tetraplegia. This involves connecting an undamaged

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 April 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on circular stapled haemorrhoidectomy for treating internal haemorrhoids

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on macular translocation with 360° retinotomy for treating wet (exudative) age-related macular degeneration (AMD)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 May 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on suction diathermy adenoidectomy for removing adenoids

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on surgical correction using minimal access techniques for treating hallux valgus (bunions)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 February 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic endoscopic division of epidural adhesions for back or leg pain from adhesions around the spinal nerve roots

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 February 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on arteriovenous crossing sheathotomy for treating branch retinal vein occlusion (BRVO, retinal vascular thrombosis)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic submucosal dissection of lower gastrointestinal lesions

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on corneal endothelial transplantation (endothelial keratoplasty/EK) to replace the inner layers of the cornea

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 June 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on inserting a sinus tarsi implant to treat mobile flatfoot

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 July 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the lumbar spine (replacing worn discs in the lower spine with artificial discs)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 July 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on image-guided radiofrequency excision biopsy of breast lesions to test for breast cancer

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 July 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave (inaudible sound waves) therapy for refractory tennis elbow

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on inserting individually MRI-designed unicompartmental, interpositional (customised) implant for knee osteoarthritis

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 September 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic transsphenoidal pituitary adenoma resection for treating pituitary adenomas (benign tumours)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic laser foraminoplasty for treating back pain caused by a prolapsed intervertebral disc

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on placing a pectus bar (MIRPE/the Nuss procedure) to treat pectus excavatum (‘funnel chest’)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory plantar fasciitis (ligament deterioration between the heel and foot)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine for treating degenerative cervical disc disease

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 May 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on haemorrhoidal artery ligation for treating haemorrhoids (piles)

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 May 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on epithelial radiofrequency ablation for treating Barrett's oesophagus

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 May 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on balloon catheter insertion for treating Bartholin's cyst or abscess

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on electrocautery cutting balloon treatment for pelviureteric junction (PUJ) obstruction

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement

Type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 May 2010