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Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic laser myomectomy. This involves passing a fine telescope (laparascope) through small cuts in the abdomen and uterus wall, and using a laser to destroy the fibroids.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 November 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on magnetic resonance (MR) image-guided percutaneous laser ablation of uterine fibroids. This involves passing laser heat through needles inserted into the fibroid to destroy it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on infracoccygeal sacropexy using mesh to repair uterine prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh from the buttocks to the top of the vagina to hold the uterus in place.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on bilateral cervicosacropexy (CESA) or vaginosacropexy (VASA) using mesh for pelvic organ prolapse in adults. This involves replacing weakened or stretched ligaments that support the uterus and hold the pelvic organs in place with mesh tape.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

4 March 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic helium plasma coagulation for the treatment of endometriosis. This involves a minimally invasive procedure used to vaporise endometrial deposits.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 May 2006

endometrial ablation and undergo unnecessary invasive surgery such as hysterectomy. On the other hand, women may be subjected to...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

14 November 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on transcervical ultrasound-guided radiofrequency ablation for symptomatic uterine fibroids in adults. This involves inserting a device through the cervix into the womb to destroy the fibroid using radiofrequency energy.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

31 March 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided high-intensity transcutaneous focused ultrasound for symptomatic uterine fibroids in adults. This involves focusing high-intensity ultrasound energy at the fibroids through the skin of the abdomen.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 July 2019

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

30 October 2007

and blood product transfusion, need for further intervention, need for hysterectomy and psychological outcomes for the woman. Source...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 January 2023

This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing menopause in women, trans men and non-binary people registered female at birth, including those who have premature ovarian insufficiency (menopause before the age of 40, which can occur naturally or as a result of medical or surgical treatment). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

9 February 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on infracoccygeal sacropexy using mesh to repair vaginal vault prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh from the buttocks to the top of the vagina to hold the vagina in place.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on sacropolpopexy using mesh to repair vaginal vault prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh, usually from the top of the vagina to the base of the spine, to support the pelvic organs.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on linzagolix (Yselty) for treating moderate to severe symptoms of fibroids in adults of reproductive age.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

14 August 2024

This quality standard covers the identification and management of familial and genetic risk and the recognition and management of ovarian, fallopian tube and primary peritoneal cancer or borderline ovarian cancer in women, trans men and non-binary people aged 18 and over with female reproductive organs (ovaries, fallopian tubes or a uterus). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Last updated

5 February 2025