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Sickle cell disease: managing acute painful episodes in hospital (CG143)
This guideline covers managing acute painful sickle cell episodes in children, young people and adults who present at hospital, from presentation until when they are discharged. It aims to reduce variation in how acute episodes are managed in hospital, focusing on effective, prompt and safe pain relief.
Evidence-based recommendations on cryotherapy for the treatment of liver metastases. This involves using cold temperatures applied through a special needle to destroy the cancer cells.
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This quality standard covers managing intravenous (IV) fluid therapy safely and effectively for adults in hospital. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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disease (NAFLD) in adults with risk factors, type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is...
This indicator covers the percentage of patients with a diagnosis of heart failure after (start date) which has been confirmed by an echocardiogram or by specialist assessment between 3 months before or 3 months after entering on to the register. It measures outcomes that reflect the quality of care or processes linked by evidence to improved outcomes. This indicator was previously published as NM171
Evidence-based recommendations on ruxolitinib (Jakavi) for polycythaemia vera in adults.
Endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps (HTG439)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps. This involves using a special device to remove the polyp and seal the bowel wall closed afterwards.
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distal iliotibial band lengthening for refractory greater trochanteric pain syndrome is inadequate in quantity and quality. Therefore...
Evidence-based recommendations on suction diathermy adenoidectomy. This involves using heat and suction to remove the adenoids.
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Preventing recurrent hypomagnesaemia: oral magnesium glycerophosphate (ESUOM4)
Summary of the evidence on oral magnesium glycerophosphate for preventing recurrent hypomagnesaemia to inform local NHS planning and decision-making
This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing drug allergy in adults, young people and children. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Documentation using the structured assessment guide
- Quality statement 2: Advice about carrying personal structured drug information
- Quality statement 3: Referral to specialist drug allergy services
- Quality statement 4: Recording drug allergy status in electronic medical records
- Quality statement 5: Updating information on drug allergy status
- Quality statement 6 (developmental): Prescription information on drug avoidance
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Scenario William, 53, lives with his mother Elsie, 82. William has Down's syndrome and a mild learning disability. Elsie is worried...
This guideline covers identifying, assessing and managing alcohol-use disorders (harmful drinking and alcohol dependence) in adults and young people aged 10 to 17 years. It aims to reduce harms (such as liver disease, heart problems, depression and anxiety) from alcohol by improving assessment and setting goals for reducing alcohol consumption.
and efficacy of laparoscopic renal denervation for loin pain haematuria syndrome is inadequate in quality and quantity. Therefore, this...
in particular osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease (CVD) and metabolic syndrome, in people with spondyloarthritis, and how does this...