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Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of a double balloon catheter for induction of labour in pregnant women without previous caesarean section. The catheter aims to help induction by causing dilation of the cervix when the cervix is unfavourable for induction. The double balloon squeezes the cervix and stimulates local prostaglandin release, which leads to cervical ripening.
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Colli-Pee for first void urine collection .
Evidence-based recommendations on balloon disimpaction of the baby’s head at emergency caesarean during the second stage of labour. This involves inserting a silicone balloon into the vagina and inflating to lift the baby’s head before starting the caesarean.
Laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy for internal rectal prolapse (HTG475)
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.
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Biomarker tests to help diagnose preterm labour in women with intact membranes (HTG476)
Evidence-based recommendations on biomarker tests to help diagnose preterm labour in women with intact membranes. The tests are Actim Partus, PartoSure and the Rapid fetal fibronectin (fFN) 10Q Cassette Kit (at thresholds other than 50 nanograms/millilitre).
This guideline covers assessing for, and managing, blood transfusions in adults, young people and children aged 1 year and over. It covers the general principles of blood transfusion, but does not make recommendations relating to specific conditions.
Balloon catheter insertion for Bartholin's cyst or abscess (HTG204)
Evidence-based recommendations on balloon catheter insertion for Bartholin's cyst or abscess. This involves making a passage from the cyst or abscess through which the gland can drain by inflating a small, specially designed balloon.
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Evidence-based recommendations on intraoperative blood cell salvage in obstetrics. This involves filtering and washing shed blood and retransfusing it during or after the procedure.
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Child maltreatment: when to suspect maltreatment in under 18s (CG89)
This guideline covers the signs of possible child maltreatment in children and young people aged under 18 years. It aims to raise awareness and help healthcare professionals who are not child protection specialists to identify the features of physical, sexual and emotional abuse, neglect and fabricated or induced illness.
Magnetic resonance (MR) image-guided percutaneous laser ablation of uterine fibroids (HTG12)
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.
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stress urinary incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse Infections Cystitis (urinary tract infection, UTI): taking an...
Evidence-based recommendations on removal, preservation and subsequent reimplantation of ovarian tissue to prevent symptoms from the menopause. This involves removing a small piece of ovarian tissue using keyhole surgery, freezing and storing it. After menopause starts, the tissue is thawed and transplanted under the skin of the armpit, abdomen or forearm, with the aim of producing oestrogen.
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Insertion of a magnetic bead band for faecal incontinence (HTG336)
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.
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This quality standard covers routine postnatal care in the first 8 weeks after birth. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statement 1: Communication between healthcare professionals at transfer of care
- Quality statement 2: Information and advice about babies' feeding
- Quality statement 3: Symptoms and signs of illness in babies
- Quality statement 4: Face-to-face feeding support
- Quality statement 5: Safer practices for bed sharing
- Quality statement 6: GP postnatal check for women
- Quality statement 7: Advice on introducing solid food
What is the optimal antibiotic prophylaxis regimen for women who are having a surgical abortion?
for women who are having medical abortion showed lower rates of severe infection with antibiotic prophylaxis compared with no antibiotic...