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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

This guideline covers investigation and management of heart valve disease presenting in adults. It aims to improve quality of life and survival for people with heart valve disease through timely diagnosis and appropriate intervention.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

17 November 2021

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2010

Acute heart failure: diagnosis and management - Atrial fibrillation: diagnosis and management - Cardiovascular disease:

Result type

NICE guideline

Status

In development

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic exclusion of the left atrial appendage in atrial fibrillation (with or without other cardiac surgery) for the prevention of thromboembolism. This involves inserting a camera and instruments through small cuts in the chest and closing the left atrial appendage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 June 2011

This guideline covers diagnosing and managing chronic heart failure in people aged 18 and over. It aims to improve diagnosis and treatment to increase the length and quality of life for people with heart failure.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

3 September 2025

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on AcQMap for mapping the heart atria to target ablation treatment for arrhythmias .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

26 January 2021

Question Cognitive behavioural therapy for people with atrial fibrillation: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of cognitive...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

10 August 2021

postoperative atrial fibrillation: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of stopping anticoagulation in people whose postoperative...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

10 August 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on Zio XT for detecting cardiac arrhythmias.

Result type

Medical technologies guidance

Published

1 December 2020

This guideline covers investigating all suspected thyroid disease and managing primary thyroid disease (related to the thyroid rather than the pituitary gland). It does not cover managing thyroid cancer or thyroid disease in pregnancy. It aims to improve quality of life by making recommendations on diagnosis, treatment, long-term care and support.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

12 October 2023

people with atrial fibrillation: Which automated blood pressure monitors are suitable for people with hypertension and atrial...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 April 2022

ID NG196/2 Question Tests to diagnose paroxysmal atrial fibrillation: What is the diagnostic accuracy of key index tests compared with

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

10 August 2021

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on KODEX-EPD for cardiac imaging during ablation of arrhythmias .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

11 May 2021

Recommendation ID NG106/3 Question The impact of atrial fibrillation on the natriuretic peptide threshold for diagnosing heart failure:-...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

17 December 2018