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Evidence-based recommendations on tenotomy of horizontal eye muscles for nystagmus (with reattachment at their original insertions). This involves cutting the horizontal muscles of the eye (which move the eye from side to side) and reattaching them at the same place.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2009

This guideline covers interventions in the acute stage of a stroke or transient ischaemic attack (TIA). It offers the best clinical advice on the diagnosis and acute management of stroke and TIA in the 48 hours after onset of symptoms.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

13 April 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on sinus tarsi implant insertion for mobile flatfoot. This involves surgery to insert an implant just above the heel bone, with the aim of correcting the condition and improving symptoms.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 July 2009

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 September 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for Peyronie's disease. This involves using vibrations caused by sound waves to treat the affected tissue.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on GaitSmart rehabilitation exercise programme for gait and mobility issues in adults.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

3 April 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on MRI-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy for drug-resistant epilepsy in adults and children. This involves inserting a laser into the area of the brain causing seizures.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

4 March 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous endovascular forearm arteriovenous fistula creation for haemodialysis access in adults. This involves using radiofrequency energy, or heat and pressure, to join an artery and vein in the forearm to create a fistula for haemodialysis access.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 October 2021

This guideline covers advocacy for people using health and social care services in all adult settings (including young people under 18 using adult services). It describes how to commission and deliver effective advocacy, as well as identifying who should be offered advocacy (including who is legally entitled to it). It also covers monitoring and improving advocacy services, and training and skills for advocates and practitioners.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

9 November 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on electrocautery cutting balloon treatment for pelviureteric junction obstruction. This involves widening the renal pelvis by inserting a catheter with a balloon and wire into the urinary tract.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Fungitell for antifungal treatment stratification .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

31 August 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous electrothermal treatment of the intervertebral disc annulus for low back pain and sciatica. This involves delivering heat energy to the damaged disc annulus.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 January 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on preoperative high dose rate brachytherapy for rectal cancers. This involves inserting an applicator into the rectum and using it to deliver radiation to the tumour.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on hand transplant surgery (allotransplantation). This involves transplanting a hand from a recently deceased donor onto the amputated stump.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 March 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory plantar fasciitis. This involves using a machine to deliver sound waves to the painful area, with the aim to stimulate healing of the fascia.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2009