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This guideline covers the early and longer-term (rehabilitation) management of acute coronary syndromes. These include ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) and unstable angina. The guideline aims to improve survival and quality of life for people who have a heart attack or unstable angina.
This guideline covers how to increase uptake of the free flu vaccination among people who are eligible. It describes ways to increase awareness and how to use all opportunities in primary and secondary care to identify people who should be encouraged to have the vaccination.
Asfotase alfa for treating paediatric-onset hypophosphatasia (HST23)
Evidence-based recommendations on asfotase alfa (Strensiq) for treating paediatric-onset hypophosphatasia in babies, children, young people and adults.
E‑vita open plus for treating complex aneurysms and dissections of the thoracic aorta (HTG326)
Evidence-based recommendations on the E-vita open plus for treating complex aneurysms and dissections of the thoracic aorta.
Evidence-based recommendations on golimumab (Simponi) for treating psoriatic arthritis in adults.
Canagliflozin in combination therapy for treating type 2 diabetes (TA315)
Evidence-based recommendations on canagliflozin (Invokana) in combination therapy for treating type 2 diabetes in adults.
This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing lower urinary tract symptoms in men (aged 18 and over). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Initial assessment – physical examination
- Quality statement 2: Initial assessment – urinary frequency and volume chart
- Quality statement 3: Initial assessment – advice on lifestyle interventions
- Quality statement 4: Conservative management – temporary containment products
- Quality statement 5: Conservative management – urethral milking
- Quality statement 6: Medication review
- Quality statement 7: Specialist assessment – flow rate and post-void residual volume
Suspected sepsis in people aged 16 or over: recognition, assessment and early management (NG253)
This guideline covers the recognition, diagnosis and early management of suspected sepsis in people aged 16 or over who are not and have not recently been pregnant. It includes recommendations on recognition and early assessment, initial treatment, escalating care, finding and controlling the source of infection, early monitoring, information and support, and training and education.
This guideline covers how donor milk banks should recruit, screen and support women who donate breast milk. It also covers how milk banks should handle and process the breast milk they receive from donors. It aims to improve the safety of donor milk and operation of donor milk services.
Evidence-based recommendations on efanesoctocog alfa (Altuvoct) for treating and preventing bleeding episodes in haemophilia A in people 2 years and over.
This guideline covers using psychosocial interventions to treat adults and young people over 16 who have a problem with or are dependent on opioids, stimulants or cannabis. It aims to reduce illicit drug use and improve people’s physical and mental health, relationships and employment.
Brain tumours (primary) and brain metastases in over 16s (NG99)
This guideline covers diagnosing, monitoring and managing any type of primary brain tumour or brain metastases in people aged 16 or over. It aims to improve diagnosis and care, including standardising the care people have, how information and support are provided, and palliative care.
This quality standard covers diagnostic reporting and the organisation of haematological cancer services for people of all ages (children, adults and young people) and managing haematological cancers in adults and young people (aged 16 and over). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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How to use NICE guidance to reduce health inequalities in people experiencing cardiovascular disease (CVD).
Sodium zirconium cyclosilicate for treating hyperkalaemia (TA599)
Evidence-based recommendations on sodium zirconium cyclosilicate (Lokelma) for treating hyperkalaemia in adults.
Ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage: diagnosis and initial management (NG126)
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing ectopic pregnancy and miscarriage in women with complications, such as pain and bleeding, in early pregnancy (that is, up to 13 completed weeks of pregnancy). It aims to improve how early pregnancy loss is diagnosed, and the support women are given, to limit the psychological impact of their loss.
Single-step scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects (HTG728)
Evidence-based recommendations on single-step scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects. This involves inserting a scaffold into the damaged area of the knee to support regrowth and repair of the cartilage.
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Laparoscopic insertion of an inactive implant for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (HTG749)
Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic insertion of an inactive implant for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves placing an implant on the outside of the upper part of the stomach wall using keyhole surgery.
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Artificial metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint replacement for end-stage arthritis (HTG66)
Evidence-based recommendations on artificial metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint replacement for end-stage arthritis. This involves removing the diseased joints and replacing them with artificial ones.
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Evidence-based recommendations on prostatic urethral temporary implant insertion for lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia. This involves positioning a temporary implant in the urethra to increase the flow of urine.
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Eltrombopag for treating chronic immune thrombocytopenia (TA293)
Evidence-based recommendations on eltrombopag (Revolade) for treating chronic immune thrombocytopenia in adults.
Evidence-based recommendations on daratumumab (Darzalex) with bortezomib, thalidomide and dexamethasone for untreated multiple myeloma when a stem cell transplant is suitable.
Cerebral palsy in under 25s: assessment and management (NG62)
This guideline covers diagnosing, assessing and managing cerebral palsy in children and young people from birth up to their 25th birthday. It aims to make sure they get the care and treatment they need for the developmental and clinical comorbidities associated with cerebral palsy, so that they can be as active and independent as possible.
Cladribine for treating active relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis (TA1053)
Evidence-based recommendations on cladribine (Mavenclad) for treating active relapsing forms of multiple sclerosis in adults.
Ibrutinib for treating Waldenstrom's macroglobulinaemia (TA795)
Evidence-based recommendations on ibrutinib (Imbruvica) for Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinaemia in adults who have had at least 1 previous therapy.
Evidence-based recommendations on pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for relapsed or refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma in people aged 3 and older who have had a stem cell transplant or at least 2 previous therapies.
This quality standard covers decision making in people aged 16 and over, using health and social care services who may lack capacity to make their own decisions (now or in the future). It aims to support implementation of the aims and principles of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and relevant Codes of Practice. It is not a substitute for these.
Evidence-based recommendations on nivolumab (Opdivo) with chemotherapy for neoadjuvant treatment of resectable non-small-cell lung cancer in adults.
Pembrolizumab for adjuvant treatment of renal cell carcinoma (TA830)
Evidence-based recommendations on pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for adjuvant treatment of renal cell carcinoma in adults.
Diabetes mellitus type 1 and type 2: insulin glargine biosimilar (Abasaglar) (ESNM64)
Summary of the evidence on insulin glargine biosimilar (Abasaglar) for type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus to inform local NHS planning and decision-making
Pembrolizumab for advanced melanoma not previously treated with ipilimumab (TA366)
Evidence-based recommendations on pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for treating advanced melanoma in adults who have not had ipilimumab.
Onasemnogene abeparvovec for treating spinal muscular atrophy (HST15)
Evidence-based recommendations on onasemnogene abeparvovec (Zolgensma) for treating spinal muscular atrophy in babies.
Evidence-based recommendations on trifluridine–tipiracil (Lonsurf) for treating metastatic gastric cancer or gastro-oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma in adults after 2 or more treatments.
This guideline covers how to improve the health and wellbeing of employees, with a focus on organisational culture and the role of line managers.
Evidence-based recommendations on pitolisant hydrochloride for treating excessive daytime sleepiness caused by obstructive sleep apnoea in adults.
Linzagolix for treating moderate to severe symptoms of uterine fibroids (TA996)
Evidence-based recommendations on linzagolix (Yselty) for treating moderate to severe symptoms of fibroids in adults of reproductive age.
Evidence-based recommendations on sinus tarsi implant insertion for mobile flatfoot. This involves surgery to insert an implant just above the heel bone, with the aim of correcting the condition and improving symptoms.
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This guideline covers assessing and reducing the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE or blood clots, including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism) in people aged 16 and over in hospital. It aims to help healthcare professionals identify people most at risk and describes interventions that can be used to reduce the risk of VTE.
Evidence-based recommendations on nivolumab (Opdivo) as a possible treatment for completely resected oesophageal or gastro-oesophageal junction cancer in adults.
Evidence-based recommendations on autologous chondrocyte implantation using chondrosphere (Spherox) for treating symptomatic articular cartilage defects of the knee in adults.
Direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant (HTG732)
Evidence-based recommendations on direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant. This involves inserting a metal implant through the skin and into the centre of the bone of the stump and attaching a prosthetic limb to it.
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Evidence-based recommendations on golimumab (Simponi) for treating rheumatoid arthritis in adults.
Intramedullary distraction for lower limb lengthening (HTG613)
Evidence-based recommendations on intramedullary distraction for lower limb lengthening in children, young people and adults. This involves surgically inserting a metal lengthening device in the shorter leg.
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This guideline covers indoor air quality in residential buildings. It aims to raise awareness of the importance of good air quality in people's homes and how to achieve this.
This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing acute coronary syndromes in adults (aged 18 and over). Acute coronary syndromes are medical emergencies that include myocardial infarction (heart attack) and unstable angina (unexpected, severe chest pain). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statement 1: Diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction
- Quality statement 2: Risk assessment for adults with NSTEMI or unstable angina
- Quality statement 3: Coronary angiography and PCI within 72 hours for NSTEMI or unstable angina
- Quality statement 4: Coronary angiography and PCI for adults with NSTEMI or unstable angina who are clinically unstable
- Quality statement 5: Level of consciousness and eligibility for coronary angiography and primary PCI
- Quality statement 6: Primary PCI for acute STEMI
- Update information
Evidence-based recommendations on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) for severe acute heart failure in adults. This involves using an artificial lung to oxygenate the blood outside the body.
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous transarterial carotid artery stent placement for asymptomatic extracranial carotid stenosis. This involves using a wire mesh tube called a stent to widen the narrowed carotid artery.
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Evidence-based recommendations on needle fasciotomy for Dupuytren's contracture. This involves cutting one or more fibrous bands using a blade or a bevel of a needle.
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Nivolumab for treating relapsed or refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma (TA462)
Evidence-based recommendations on nivolumab (Opdivo) for treating relapsed or refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma in adults.
This quality standard covers road-traffic-related air pollution and its impact on health. It describes high-quality actions in priority areas for improvement.
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Sections for QS181
- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Strategic plans
- Quality statement 2: Planning applications
- Quality statement 3: Reducing emissions from public sector vehicle fleets
- Quality statement 4: Advice for people with chronic respiratory or cardiovascular conditions
- Update information
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