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Intramedullary distraction for lower limb lengthening (HTG613)
Evidence-based recommendations on intramedullary distraction for lower limb lengthening in children, young people and adults. This involves surgically inserting a metal lengthening device in the shorter leg.
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Spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression (NG234)
This guideline covers recognition, referral, investigation and management of spinal metastases and metastatic spinal cord compression (MSCC). It is also relevant for direct malignant infiltration of the spine and associated cord compression. It aims to improve early diagnosis and treatment to prevent neurological injury and improve prognosis.
This guideline covers support for adults (aged 18 and over) who provide unpaid care for anyone aged 16 or over with health or social care needs. It aims to improve the lives of carers by helping health and social care practitioners identify people who are caring for someone and give them the right information and support. It covers carers’ assessments, practical, emotional and social support and training, and support for carers providing end of life care.
Direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant (HTG732)
Evidence-based recommendations on direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant. This involves inserting a metal implant through the skin and into the centre of the bone of the stump and attaching a prosthetic limb to it.
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This guideline covers the early and longer-term (rehabilitation) management of acute coronary syndromes. These include ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), non-ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (NSTEMI) and unstable angina. The guideline aims to improve survival and quality of life for people who have a heart attack or unstable angina.
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous transarterial carotid artery stent placement for asymptomatic extracranial carotid stenosis. This involves using a wire mesh tube called a stent to widen the narrowed carotid artery.
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This guideline covers how to increase uptake of the free flu vaccination among people who are eligible. It describes ways to increase awareness and how to use all opportunities in primary and secondary care to identify people who should be encouraged to have the vaccination.
Pembrolizumab for advanced melanoma not previously treated with ipilimumab (TA366)
Evidence-based recommendations on pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for treating advanced melanoma in adults who have not had ipilimumab.
Evidence-based recommendations on needle fasciotomy for Dupuytren's contracture. This involves cutting one or more fibrous bands using a blade or a bevel of a needle.
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Evidence-based recommendations on pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for relapsed or refractory classical Hodgkin lymphoma in people aged 3 and older who have had a stem cell transplant or at least 2 previous therapies.
Evidence-based recommendations on nivolumab (Opdivo) with chemotherapy for neoadjuvant treatment of resectable non-small-cell lung cancer in adults.
Evidence-based recommendations on venoarterial extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VA ECMO) for severe acute heart failure in adults. This involves using an artificial lung to oxygenate the blood outside the body.
This guideline covers using psychosocial interventions to treat adults and young people over 16 who have a problem with or are dependent on opioids, stimulants or cannabis. It aims to reduce illicit drug use and improve people’s physical and mental health, relationships and employment.
Evidence-based recommendations on implant insertion for prominent ears in children, young people and adults. This involves inserting small curved implants under the skin of each ear.
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Evidence-based recommendations on trifluridine–tipiracil (Lonsurf) for treating metastatic gastric cancer or gastro-oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma in adults after 2 or more treatments.