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during pregnancy for women in higher-risk groups: How effective is pelvic floor muscle training in preventing pelvic floor dysfunction...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

7 January 2022

structured clinical management for moderate to severe personality disorders in pregnancy and the postnatal period effective at improving...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

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.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

6 February 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on biomarker tests to help diagnose preterm labour in women with intact membranes. The tests are Actim Partus, PartoSure and the Rapid fetal fibronectin (fFN) 10Q Cassette Kit (at thresholds other than 50 nanograms/millilitre).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

4 July 2018

effectiveness of corticosteroids for women with severe nausea and vomiting in pregnancy? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) For a...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

30 September 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on fetoscopic prenatal repair of open neural tube defects in the fetus. This involves keyhole surgery through the woman’s abdomen to close the gap in the baby’s spine.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

29 January 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic cerclage for cervical incompetence to prevent late miscarriage or preterm birth. This involves placing a stitch around the upper part of the cervix to keep it closed.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

30 January 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided high-intensity transcutaneous focused ultrasound for symptomatic uterine fibroids in adults. This involves focusing high-intensity ultrasound energy at the fibroids through the skin of the abdomen.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 July 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on intrauterine laser ablation of placental vessels for treating twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. This involves using a laser to seal off some of the blood vessels in the placenta so both babies receive a more equal amount of blood.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

13 December 2006

This guideline sets out an antimicrobial prescribing strategy for managing and preventing acute exacerbations of bronchiectasis (non-cystic fibrosis). It aims to optimise antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance.

Result type

Antimicrobial prescribing guideline

Published

18 December 2018

in helping women with diabetes to achieve blood glucose targets before pregnancy? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Babies born to...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

This guideline covers improving oral health by developing and implementing a strategy that meets the needs of people in the local community. It aims to promote and protect people’s oral health by improving their diet and oral hygiene, and by encouraging them to visit the dentist regularly.

Result type

Public health guideline

Published

22 October 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on high-throughput non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for fetal RHD genotype.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

9 November 2016

This quality standard covers support and treatment to stop smoking and stop using smokeless tobacco, and harm-reduction approaches for people who are not ready to stop in one go. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

15 December 2022

care for them, about the use of nicotine-containing e‑cigarettes during pregnancy? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) For a short...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

17 December 2021