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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous (non-thoracoscopic) epicardial catheter radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation. This involves using heat to destroy selected areas of the heart to prevent the abnormal electrical impulses responsible for atrial fibrillation.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2009

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Active-B12 assay for diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

30 September 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on ivacaftor–tezacaftor–elexacaftor (Kaftrio) plus ivacaftor (Kalydeco), tezacaftor–ivacaftor (Symkevi) plus ivacaftor, and lumacaftor–ivacaftor (Orkambi) for treating cystic fibrosis.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

24 July 2024

NICE has developed a Medtech Innovation Briefing (MIB) on the hTEE system for transoesophageal echocardiographic monitoring of haemodynamic instability

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

11 August 2014

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

20 June 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous (non-thoracoscopic) epicardial catheter radiofrequency ablation for ventricular tachycardia. This involves using heat to destroy selected areas of the heart to prevent the occurrence or conduction of abnormal electrical activity.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on irreversible electroporation (IRE) for treating renal cancer. This involves using electrical pulses to kill cancer cells, applied directly to the tumour through special needles.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 February 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on high dose rate brachytherapy for carinoma of the cervix. This involves giving radiation at a high dose rate to the cervix (reducing the timeframe compared with low or medium dose rates) to treat the cancer.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 March 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic mobilisation of the greater omentum for breast reconstruction. This involves removing the fatty tissue using special instruments through small cuts in the abdomen.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 February 2008

This quality standard covers managing intravenous (IV) fluids safely and effectively for babies, children and young people (from birth to 16) in hospital. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

21 September 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on irreversible electroporation for the treatment of liver metastases. This involves using very short electrical field pulses delivered over several minutes to destroy the tumour and a small surrounding tissue margin.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 February 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on fetal vesico–amniotic shunt for lower urinary tract outflow obstruction. This involves inserting a cannula through the mother's abdominal and uterine walls into the amniotic cavity and subsequently into the bladder of the fetus.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

13 December 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) and endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) of non-ampullary duodenal lesions. This involves using a long camera inserted through the mouth to view the area and removing the abnormal parts of the lining with special instruments.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 October 2010

Summary of the evidence on subcutaneous trastuzumab for HER2-positive breast cancer to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

Result type

Evidence summary

Published

13 March 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on placental growth factor (PLGF)-based testing to help diagnose suspected preterm pre-eclampsia. The tests are: DELFIA Xpress PLGF 1-2-3, DELFIA Xpress sFlt-1/PLGF 1-2-3 ratio, Elecsys immunoassay sFlt-1/PLGF ratio, Triage PLGF Test.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 July 2022