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This guideline covers assessing and managing faecal incontinence (any involuntary loss of faeces that is a social or hygienic problem) in people aged 18 and over. It aims to ensure that staff are aware that faecal incontinence is a sign or a symptom, not a diagnosis. It aims to improve the physical and mental health and quality of life of people with faecal incontinence.
This quality standard covers managing faecal (bowel) incontinence in adults (aged 18 and over) in the community (at home and in care homes) and in all hospital departments. It includes assessment of bowel control problems, advice and support, and treatment options. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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Evidence-based recommendations on injectable bulking agents for faecal incontinence. This involves injecting a material into the muscles around the anus to bulk the sides of the sphincter.
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Evidence-based recommendations on stimulated graciloplasty for faecal incontinence. This involves making a new anal sphincter from muscle taken from the thigh and using electrical currents to gradually make it behave like a natural sphincter muscle.
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Evidence-based recommendations on sacral nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence. This involves using electrodes inserted under the skin to produce pulses of electricity thought to affect the nerves controlling the lower part of the bowel and the anal sphincter.
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Transabdominal artificial bowel sphincter implantation for faecal incontinence (HTG177)
Evidence-based recommendations on transabdominal artifical bowel sphincter implantation for faecal incontinence. This involves inserting an artificial sphincter through a cut in the abdomen.
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Insertion of a magnetic bead band for faecal incontinence (HTG336)
Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of a magnetic-bead band for faecal incontinence. This involves placing a ring of magnetic beads into a tunnel made around the anus to prevent incontinence.
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Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence (HTG263)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) for faecal incontinence. This involves inserting a fine needle into a nerve just above the ankle and passing a mild electric current through the needle to the nerves that control bowel function.
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Endoscopic radiofrequency therapy of the anal sphincter for faecal incontinence (HTG262)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radiofrequency therapy of the anal sphincter for faecal incontinence. This involves applying radiofrequency energy to the anal wall, with the aim of inducing muscle changes to improve muscle tone and help control bowel movement.
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Self-expanding implant insertion into the intersphincteric space for faecal incontinence (HTG564)
Evidence-based recommendations on self-expanding implant insertion into the intersphincteric space for faecal incontinence. This involves inserting implants that expand and press together, forming a ring that creates an artificial sphincter.
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Pelvic floor dysfunction: prevention and non-surgical management (NG210)
This guideline covers the prevention, assessment and non-surgical management of pelvic floor dysfunction in women aged 12 and over. It aims to raise awareness and help women to reduce their risk of pelvic floor dysfunction. For women who have pelvic floor dysfunction, the guideline recommends interventions based on their specific symptoms.
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Secca System for faecal incontinence
Axonics sacral neuromodulation system for faecal incontinence (MIB259)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Axonics sacral neuromodulation system for faecal incontinence .
Urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women: management (NG123)
This guideline covers assessing and managing urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women aged 18 and over. It also covers complications associated with mesh surgery for these conditions.
Irritable bowel syndrome in adults: diagnosis and management (CG61)
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in people aged 18 and over. It details how to accurately diagnose IBS, and aims to improve the quality of life for adults with IBS by promoting effective management using dietary and lifestyle advice, pharmacological therapy and referral for psychological interventions.
Evidence-based recommendations on artificial anal sphincter implantation. This involves placing a circular cuff under the skin around the anus.
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Peristeen Plus transanal irrigation system for managing bowel dysfunction (HTG462)
Evidence-based recommendations on Peristeen Plus transanal irrigation system for managing bowel dysfunction.
into endoscopic radiofrequency therapy of the anal sphincter for faecal incontinence should clearly define the patient groups being...
Urinary incontinence in neurological disease: assessment and management (CG148)
This guideline covers assessing and managing urinary incontinence in children, young people and adults with neurological disease. It aims to improve care by recommending specific treatments based on what symptoms and neurological conditions people have.
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic ablation for an anal fistula in adults. This involves applying heat to the fistula.
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NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Permacol for treating anal fistulae .
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on VAAFT for treating anal fistulae .
Laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy for internal rectal prolapse (HTG475)
Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy for internal rectal prolapse in adults. This involves using a piece of sterile material (mesh) to attach the rectum to the lower back bone using keyhole surgery.
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Stapled haemorrhoidopexy for the treatment of haemorrhoids (TA128)
Evidence-based recommendations on stapled haemorrhoidopexy for treating haemorrhoids in adults.
QuickChange Incontinence Wrap for urinary incontinence in men (MIB237)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on QuickChange Incontinence Wrap for urinary incontinence in men .
Dementia: assessment, management and support for people living with dementia and their carers (NG97)
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing dementia (including Alzheimer’s disease). It aims to improve care by making recommendations on training staff and helping carers to support people living with dementia.
This guideline covers the diagnosis and management of prostate cancer in secondary care, including information on the best way to diagnose and identify different stages of the disease, and how to manage adverse effects of treatment. It also includes recommendations on follow-up in primary care for people diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Evidence-based recommendations on infliximab (Remicade, Inflectra or Remsima), adalimumab (Humira) and golimumab (Simponi) for treating moderate to severe ulcerative colitis in adults, and on infliximab for treating severe active ulcerative colitis in children and young people of 6–17 years.
Autism spectrum disorder in under 19s: recognition, referral and diagnosis (CG128)
This guideline covers recognising and diagnosing autism spectrum disorder in children and young people from birth up to 19 years. It also covers referral. It aims to improve the experience of children, young people and those who care for them.
Evidence-based recommendations on Episcissors-60 for mediolateral episiotomy.
Faecal microbiota transplant for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection (HTG638)
Evidence-based recommendations on faecal microbiota transplant for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection.
Summary of the evidence on rifaximin for treating pouchitis to inform local NHS planning and decision-making
This quality standard covers health and social care services for adults, young people and children with autism. It includes assessment and diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders, and care and support for people diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Diagnostic assessment by an autism team
- Quality statement 2: Assessment and diagnosis
- Quality statement 3: Personalised plan
- Quality statement 4: Coordination of care and support
- Quality statement 5: Treating the core features of autism: psychosocial interventions
- Quality statement 6: Treating the core features of autism: medication
- Quality statement 7: Assessing possible triggers for behaviour that challenges
We have moved interventional procedures guidance 159 to become HealthTech guidance 103. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
We have moved interventional procedures guidance 99 to become HealthTech guidance 61. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
We have moved interventional procedures guidance 210 to become HealthTech guidance 135. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE interventional procedure guidance 99.
Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence (IPG395)
Interventional procedures, IPG395 - Issued: May 2011 --> We have moved interventional procedures guidance 395 to become HealthTech guidance 263. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing cystic fibrosis. It specifies how to monitor the condition and manage the symptoms to improve quality of life. There are also detailed recommendations on treating the most common infections in people with cystic fibrosis.
Insertion of a magnetic bead band for faecal incontinence (IPG483)
We have moved interventional procedures guidance 483 to become HealthTech guidance 336. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
Transabdominal artificial bowel sphincter implantation for faecal incontinence (IPG276)
Interventional procedures, IPG276 - Issued: November 2008 --> We have moved interventional procedures guidance 276 to become HealthTech guidance 177. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
Endoscopic radiofrequency therapy of the anal sphincter for faecal incontinence (IPG393)
Interventional procedures, IPG393 - Issued: May 2011 --> We have moved interventional procedures guidance 393 to become HealthTech guidance 262. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
Axonics sacral neuromodulation system for overactive bladder and faecal incontinence (MIB164)
This advice has been updated and replaced by NICE medical technologies guidance 50.
Darvadstrocel for treating complex perianal fistulas in Crohn's disease (TA556)
Evidence-based recommendations on darvadstrocel (Alofisel) for previously treated complex perianal fistulas in adults with non-active or mildly active luminal Crohn’s disease.
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing multiple sclerosis in people aged 18 and over. It aims to improve the quality of life for people with multiple sclerosis by promoting prompt and effective symptom management and relapse treatment, and comprehensive reviews.
This guideline covers rehabilitation after stroke for over 16s. It aims to ensure people are assessed for common problems and conditions linked to stroke, and get the care and therapy they need. It includes recommendations on the organisation and delivery of rehabilitation in hospital and the community.
Self-expanding implant insertion into the intersphincteric space for faecal incontinence (IPG685)
We have moved interventional procedures guidance 685 to become HealthTech guidance 564. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.
Rehabilitation for chronic neurological disorders including acquired brain injury (NG252)
This guideline covers rehabilitation in all settings for children, young people and adults with a chronic neurological disorder, neurological impairment or disabling neurological symptoms due to acquired brain injury, acquired spinal cord injury, acquired peripheral nerve disorder, functional neurological disorder or progressive neurological disease.
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- Overview
- Designing and commissioning rehabilitation services
- Assessing rehabilitation needs and goal setting
- Rehabilitation planning and delivery
- Information, advice and learning as part of rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation to maintain, improve or support function
- Rehabilitation to support education, work, social and leisure activities, relationships and sex
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Vedolizumab for treating moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (TA342)
Evidence-based recommendations on vedolizumab (Entyvio) for treating moderate to severe ulcerative colitis in adults.