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Evidence-based recommendations on brachytherapy as the sole method of adjuvant radiotherapy for breast cancer after local excision. This involves inserting radioactive sources into the space in the breast where tissue has been removed to minimise the chances of the cancer coming back.
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Hybrid procedure for interim management of hypoplastic left heart syndrome in neonates (IPG246)
Evidence-based recommendations on hybrid procedure for interim management of hypoplastic left heart syndrome in neonates. This involves placing bands around the branches of the pulmonary artery and inserting stents to keep the ductus arteriosus open.
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Thoracoscopic aortopexy for severe primary tracheomalacia (IPG243)
Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic aortopexy for severe primary tracheomalacia. This involves attaching the aorta to the sternum with sutures, using special instruments through small cuts in the chest (keyhole surgery).
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Irreversible electroporation for treating liver metastases (IPG445)
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.
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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous laser coronary angioplasty. This involves using a laser to burn away the deposits blocking the blood vessels of the heart.
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Thoracoscopic repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia in neonates (IPG379)
Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic repair of congenital diaphragmatic hernia in neonates. This involves inserting surgical instruments through small cuts in the chest, and then moving the abdominal organs out of the chest and repairing the diaphragm.
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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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Endoscopic axillary lymph node retrieval for breast cancer (IPG147)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic axillary lymph node retrieval for breast cancer. This involves using narrow instruments to remove the lymph nodes through small, rather than large, openings to reduce the risk of infection and other problems.
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Evidence-based recommendations on endometrial cryotherapy for menorrhagia (heavy periods). This involves using cold temperatures to freeze and destroy the lining of the womb.
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Low dose rate brachytherapy for localised prostate cancer (IPG132)
Evidence-based recommendations on low dose rate brachytherapy for localised prostate cancer. This involves placing small radioactive seeds into the prostate that give off low doses of radiation to destroy cancer cells.
Evidence-based recommendations on autologous pancreatic islet cell transplantation for improved glycaemic control after pancreatectomy. This involves removing parts of the pancreas (islet cells) after the pancreas has been removed and inserting them into the liver to restart insulin production.
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Deep brain stimulation for intractable trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias (IPG381)
Evidence-based recommendations on deep brain stimulation for intractable trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias. This involves delivering electrical impulses to a precise area of the brain using an electrode to mask the pain.
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Deep brain stimulation for refractory chronic pain syndromes (excluding headache) (IPG382)
Evidence-based recommendations on deep brain stimulation for refractory chronic pain syndromes (excluding headache). This involves stimulating a precise area of the brain using an electrode to treat the chronic pain.
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Prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine (IPG341)
Evidence-based recommendations on prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine. This involves removing the damaged disc and inserting an artificial disc in its place.
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Fetal cystoscopy for the diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary outflow tract obstruction (IPG205)
Evidence-based recommendations on fetal cystoscopy for the diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary outflow tract obstruction. This involves inserting a tube with a flexible camera through small cuts in the mother's abdomen to identify and open any blockage.
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Laser-assisted cerebral vascular anastomosis without temporary arterial occlusion (IPG252)
Evidence-based recommendations on laser-assisted cerebral vascular anastomosis without temporary arterial occlusion. This involves using a special laser device to create a bypass without the need to temporarily interrupt the blood flow to the brain.
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Endoscopic mastectomy and endoscopic wide local excision for breast cancer (IPG296)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic mastectomy and endoscopic wide local excision for breast cancer. This involves removing part or all of the breast using special instruments inserted through small cuts in the skin (keyhole surgery).
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Photorefractive (laser) surgery for the correction of refractive errors (IPG164)
Evidence-based recommendations on photorefractive (laser) surgery for the correction of refractive errors. This involves using a special laser to permanently change the shape of the cornea.
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Laparoscopic uterine nerve ablation (LUNA) for chronic pelvic pain (IPG234)
Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic uterine nerve ablation (LUNA) for chronic pelvic pain. This involves the destruction of a small segment of ligament that carries nerve fibres within the pelvis.
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Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of customised exposed titanium implants, without soft tissue cover, for complex orofacial reconstruction. This involves making the titanium implants specially to fit the person using a model of their face.
Breast reconstruction using lipomodelling after breast cancer treatment (IPG417)
Evidence-based recommendations on breast reconstruction using lipomodelling after breast cancer treatment. This involves taking fat from the abdomen or thighs and injecting it into the breast in the area of the deformity caused by surgery.
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Percutaneous atherectomy of femoropopliteal arterial lesions with plaque excision devices (IPG380)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous atherectomy of femoropopliteal arterial lesions with plaque excision devices. This involves using a special cutting device to remove excess debris inside diseased blood vessels.
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Laser correction of refractive error following non-refractive ophthalmic surgery (IPG385)
Evidence-based recommendations on laser correction of refractive error following non-refractive ophthalmic surgery. This involves changing the shape of the cornea, so that light rays are more precisely directed onto the retina.
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Placement of pectus bar for pectus excavatum (also known as MIRPE or the Nuss procedure) (IPG310)
Evidence-based recommendations on placement of pectus bar for pectus excavatum (Nuss procedure). This involves placing one or two steel (pectus) bars under the breastbone with the aim of raising it and correcting the abnormal shape.
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Extracorporeal albumin dialysis for acute liver failure (IPG316)
Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal albumin dialysis for acute liver failure. This involves using a dialysis machine to remove both water-soluble toxins and toxins that are attached to albumin and accumulate in liver failure.
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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale for the secondary prevention of recurrent paradoxical embolism in divers. This involves passing a device through a large vessel in the groin up into the heart and closing/blocking the hole in the wall.
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Percutaneous radiofrequency ablation for primary or secondary lung cancers (IPG372)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous radiofrequency ablation for primary or secondary lung cancers. This involves inserting one or more electrodes (needle-like probes) through the chest into the lung and using an electrical current to produce heat to destroy the cancer cells.
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Transcatheter endovascular closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defect (IPG336)
Evidence-based recommendations on transcatheter endovascular closure of perimembranous ventricular septal defect. This involves inserting a small blocking device (called an occluder) into the heart.
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Limited macular translocation for wet age-related macular degeneration (IPG339)
Evidence-based recommendations on limited macular translocation for wet age related macular degeneration. This involves cutting and moving the macula on an a nearby healthier area of the retina.
Percutaneous intradiscal laser ablation in the lumbar spine (IPG357)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous intradiscal laser ablation in the lumbar spine. This involves using a laser to destroy part of the disc, with the aim of shrinking it.
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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.
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Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic hypothermia with intracorporeal temperature monitoring for hypoxic perinatal brain injury. This involves cooling either the baby's head or whole body to prevent brain damage.
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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous occlusion of the left atrial appendage in non-valvular atrial fibrillation for the prevention of thromboembolism. This involves using a special device to block the mouth of the left atrial appendage and stop the blood clot from getting into the bloodstream.
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Arteriovenous crossing sheathotomy for branch retinal vein occlusion (IPG334)
Evidence-based recommendations on arteriovenous crossing sheathotomy for branch retinal vein occlusion. This involves cutting the sheath around the vessels and physically separating them where they cross to improve blood flow through the vein.
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Evidence-based recommendations on minimally invasive total hip replacement. This involves replacing the damaged hip joint (the top part of the upper leg bone and the socket in the hip bone that it fits into) with an artificial one.
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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.
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Evidence-based recommendations on septostomy with or without amnioreduction for treating twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome. This involves creating a small hole in the membrane between the babies to allow the amniotic fluid to move from one baby to the other, so both babies have a more equal amount of amniotic fluid.
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Intraoperative red blood cell salvage during radical prostatectomy or radical cystectomy (IPG258)
Evidence-based recommendations on intraoperative red blood cell salvage during radical prostatectomy or radical cystectomy. This involves collecting the solid components of the blood lost during an operation and transfusing it back to the same patient.
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Endovascular stent insertion for intracranial atherosclerotic disease (IPG429)
Evidence-based recommendations on endovascular stent insertion for intracranial atherosclerotic disease. This involves inflating a balloon catheter inserted into an artery in the arm or leg, and positioning a stent in the narrowing to maintain improved blood flow.
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Focal therapy using cryoablation for localised prostate cancer (IPG423)
Evidence-based recommendations on focal therapy using cryoablation for localised stage prostate cancer. This involves using freezing (cryotherapy) needles to find and destroy only the cancerous part of the prostate.
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Percutaneous balloon cryoablation for pulmonary vein isolation in atrial fibrillation (IPG427)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous balloon cryoablation for pulmonary vein isolation in atrial fibrillation. This involves using a probe attached to a balloon catheter to freeze tissue in one of the chambers on the left side of the heart.
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Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of customised titanium implants, with soft tissue cover, for orofacial reconstruction. This involves inserting titanium implants to replace broken bones in the face as part of orofacial reconstruction.
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Insertion of a magnetic bead band for faecal incontinence (IPG483)
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.
Negative pressure wound therapy for the open abdomen (IPG467)
Evidence-based recommendations on negative pressure wound therapy for the open abdomen. This involves using a small pump to remove infected material, stop fluid escaping and help the wound heal.
Electrochemotherapy for primary basal cell carcinoma and primary squamous cell carcinoma (IPG478)
Evidence-based recommendations on electrochemotherapy for primary basal cell carcinoma and primary squamous cell carcinoma. This involves injecting a chemotherapy drug into the tumour and using electrical pulses to increase its effect.
Laparoscopic gastric plication for the treatment of severe obesity (IPG432)
Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic gastric plication for the treatment of morbid obesity. This involves folding the stomach in on itself and stitching it together to reduce its volume.
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Ultrasound‑enhanced, catheter‑directed thrombolysis for deep vein thrombosis (IPG523)
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.
Ultrasound‑enhanced, catheter‑directed thrombolysis for pulmonary embolism (IPG524)
Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound enhanced catheter-directed thrombolysis for pulmonary embolism. This involves using ultrasound waves and a drug to break up the clot.
Evidence summaries: unlicensed and off-label medicines – Interim process statement (PMG2)
Evidence summaries: unlicensed and off-label medicines – Interim process statement