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Evidence-based recommendations on omalizumab (Xolair) for treating severe chronic spontaneous urticaria in people of 12 and over.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

8 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory plantar fasciitis. This involves using a machine to deliver sound waves to the painful area, with the aim to stimulate healing of the fascia.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

26 August 2009

In development Reference number: GID-MT567 Expected publication date: TBC

Result type

Medical technologies guidance

Status

In development

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic laser foraminoplasty. This involves inserting a laser to remove portions of the disc that have protruded and are narrowing the foramen.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on single-incision short sling mesh insertion for stress urinary incontinence in women. This involves putting 2 short slings around the tube that carries urine from the bladder to support it.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

12 October 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic endoscopic division of epidural adhesions. This involves separating epidural adhesions from the nerves or spinal cord through a small cut near the lower spine (keyhole surgery).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 February 2010

Summary of the evidence on rifaximin for treating pouchitis to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

Result type

Evidence summary

Published

25 March 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on balloon dilation for chronic eustachian tube dysfunction in adults and children. This involves using a balloon filled with saline to widen the eustachian tube.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

18 December 2019

This guideline covers managing Crohn’s disease in children, young people and adults. It aims to reduce people’s symptoms and maintain or improve their quality of life.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

3 May 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous vertebroplasty for spinal metastases. This involves injecting a special bone cement into the spine to relieve pain and stabilise the fracture site.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

24 September 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on transcranial magnetic stimulation for treating and preventing migraine. This involves placing a handheld device on the scalp to deliver magnetic pulses to the head.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 January 2014

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

HealthTech guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on burosumab (Crysvita) for treating X-linked hypophosphataemia in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

7 August 2024

This guideline covers the care and treatment of people aged 18 and over with generalised anxiety disorder (chronic anxiety) or panic disorder (with or without agoraphobia or panic attacks). It aims to help people achieve complete relief of symptoms (remission), which is associated with better functioning and a lower likelihood of relapse.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Last updated

15 June 2020

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.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 March 2014