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Photodynamic therapy for early-stage oesophageal cancer (HTG128)
Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for early-stage oesophageal cancer. This involves injecting a photosensitising agent into the tumour which is then activated by a light to destroy the tumour cells.
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Extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory plantar fasciitis (HTG200)
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.
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Endoscopic radiofrequency therapy of the anal sphincter for faecal incontinence (HTG262)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radiofrequency therapy of the anal sphincter for faecal incontinence. This involves applying radiofrequency energy to the anal wall, with the aim of inducing muscle changes to improve muscle tone and help control bowel movement.
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Evidence-based recommendations on transvaginal laser therapy for urogenital atrophy. This involves using a laser in the vagina to increase its strength and elasticity, to improve symptoms of urogenital atrophy.
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benefits of a primary care-based collaborative care approach to improving the treatment of generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) compared...
Percutaneous deep venous arterialisation for chronic limb-threatening ischaemia (HTG698)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous deep venous arterialisation for chronic limb-threatening ischaemia. This involves making a hole between a blocked artery and a vein, allowing the blood to flow into the leg beyond the blockage.
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more rapid and effective decongestion compared with continuing diuretic treatment? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is...
Palliative photodynamic therapy for advanced oesophageal cancer (HTG132)
Evidence-based recommendations on palliative photodynamic therapy for treating advanced oesophageal cancer. This involves injecting a photosensitising agent into the tumour and using light to activate it and destroy the tumour cells.
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oral therapy within the first 24 hours of treatment in patients with neutropenic sepsis who are having treatment with...
Microwave ablation for primary or metastatic cancer in the lung (HTG609)
Evidence-based recommendations on microwave ablation for primary or metastatic cancer in the lung in adults. This involves inserting a probe into the lung, through the skin of the chest, to send microwaves into the cancer cells. This produces heat, aiming to destroy the cancer (ablation).
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Prasterone for the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus [ID392]
Discontinued Reference number: GID-TAG373
Percutaneous ultrasound-guided microwave ablation for symptomatic benign thyroid nodules (HTG646)
Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous ultrasound-guided microwave ablation for symptomatic benign thyroid nodules. This involves using microwaves from a wire inserted into the nodule to heat and destroy it (ablation).
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Epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica (HTG425)
Evidence-based recommendations on epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica in adults. This involves removing the part of the spinal disc pressing against the spinal nerve, to relieve pain.
Evidence-based recommendations on transcutaneous stimulation of the cervical branch of the vagus nerve to treat cluster headache and migraine in adults. This involves using a small handheld device to stimulate a nerve in the neck.
symptomatic OSAHS, which clinical and physiological phenotypes predict treatment response to customised mandibular advancement splints?...
Optilume for treating recurrent bulbar urethral strictures (HTG649)
Evidence-based recommendations on Optilume for treating recurrent bulbar urethral strictures.
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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disorder, is the use of a simple algorithm (based on factors associated with treatment response), when compared with a standard clinical...
This quality standard covers the prevention, diagnosis and management of delirium in adults (aged 18 and over) in hospital or long-term care settings (such as residential care or nursing homes). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Assessing recent changes that may indicate delirium
- Quality statement 2: Interventions to prevent delirium
- Quality statement 3: Use of antipsychotic medication for people who are distressed
- Quality statement 4: Information and support
- Quality statement 5: Communication of diagnosis to GPs
- Update information
- About this quality standard
Evidence-based recommendations on AposHealth for knee osteoarthritis.
Laparoscopic augmentation cystoplasty (including clam cystoplasty) (HTG207)
Evidence-based recommendations on Laparoscopic augmentation cystoplasty (including clam cystoplasty). This involves sewing or stapling a tissue graft from a section of the small intestine (ileum), colon or other substitutes to the urinary bladder.
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Evidence-based recommendations on anhydrous sodium thiosulfate (Pedmarqsi) for preventing hearing loss caused by cisplatin chemotherapy in people 1 month to 17 years with localised solid tumours.
Evidence-based recommendations on radiation therapy for early Dupuytren’s contractures in adults. This involves directing low energy X-rays at the affected tissue.
This quality standard covers the assessment and management of non-specific low back pain and sciatica in young people and adults aged 16 years and over. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Risk stratification
- Quality statement 2: Referrals for imaging
- Quality statement 3: Self-management
- Quality statement 4: Gabapentinoids, antiepileptics, antidepressants and paracetamol for low back pain without sciatica
- Quality statement 5: Opioids for chronic low back pain without sciatica
- Quality statement 6: Spinal injections
- Update information
Genicular artery embolisation for pain from knee osteoarthritis (HTG595)
Evidence-based recommendations on genicular artery embolisation for pain from knee osteoarthritis. This involves inserting a tube through an artery in the groin into the genicular artery, and injecting tiny particles through it to block new blood vessels.
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Bronchoscopic thermal vapour ablation for upper-lobe emphysema (HTG517)
Evidence-based recommendations on bronchoscopic thermal vapour ablation for upper-lobe emphysema in adults. This involves using steam to destroy the diseased part of the lung.
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Recommendation ID NG119/2 Question Selective dorsal rhizotomy treatment to reduce spasticity:- What is the clinical and cost...
Recommendation ID NG52/3 Question Radiotherapy in first-line treatment of diffuse large B-cell lymphoma:- In people presenting with...
Recommendation ID CG103/03 Question Pharmacological treatment: In people in hospital who have delirium, which is the most effective...
How to use NICE guidance to reduce health inequalities in people experiencing cardiovascular disease (CVD).
MRI-guided laser interstitial thermal therapy for drug-resistant epilepsy (HTG541)
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.
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Diabetes: lipid-lowering therapies for secondary prevention of CVD (IND276)
This indicator covers the percentage of patients with diabetes and a history of cardiovascular disease (excluding a history of haemorrhagic stroke) who are currently treated with a lipid-lowering therapy. It measures outcomes that reflect the quality of care or processes linked by evidence to improved outcomes
Unintentional injuries in the home: interventions for under 15s (PH30)
This guideline covers home safety assessments, supplying and installing safety equipment and providing education and advice. It aims to prevent unintentional injuries among all children and young people aged under 15 but, in particular, those living in disadvantaged circumstances.
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- Overview
- Recommendations
- Public health need and practice
- Considerations
- Recommendations for research
- References
- Appendix A: Membership of the Public Health Interventions Advisory Committee (PHIAC), the NICE project team and external contractors
- Appendix B: Summary of the methods used to develop this guidance
Compression products for treating venous leg ulcers: late-stage assessment (HTG758)
Late-stage assessment (LSA) guidance on compression products for treating venous leg ulcers.
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Transvaginal laser therapy for stress urinary incontinence (HTG581)
Evidence-based recommendations on transvaginal laser therapy for urinary stress incontinence. This involves using a laser in the vagina to strengthen the vaginal walls, to help support the bladder and reduce symptoms of urinary stress incontinence.
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Evidence-based recommendations on stent placement for vena caval obstruction. This involves using a catheter to position a stent, which may be self-expanding or balloon-dilated, across the area of narrowing to relieve it.
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Question What is the clinical and cost effectiveness, post-treatment and at longer-term follow‑up, of supported digital...
encourages further research into implanted vagus nerve stimulation for treatment-resistant depression, in the form of randomised...
This indicator covers the percentage of patients with a diagnosis of heart failure on or after 1 April 2026 who have a recorded ejection fraction category (reduced, mildly reduced, or preserved). It measures outcomes that reflect the quality of care or processes linked by evidence to improved outcomes
Early value assessment (EVA) guidance on the Genedrive MT-RNR1 ID Kit for detecting a genetic variant to guide antibiotic use and prevent hearing loss in babies.
Recommendation ID NG128/05 Question Aspirin and anticoagulant treatment for acute ischaemic stroke: Does modified-release dipyridamole...
reversible ischaemia on noninvasive functional testing who are on optimal drug treatment benefit from routine coronary angiography with...
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Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for Barrett’s oesophagus with low-grade dysplasia or no dysplasia. This involves using radiofrequency (heat) energy to destroy the abnormal cells and promote the growth of healthy normal cells.
Information and benefits about shared decision making. Includes links to patient decision aids.
Evidence-based recommendations on procalcitonin testing for diagnosing and monitoring sepsis (ADVIA Centaur BRAHMS PCT assay, BRAHMS PCT Sensitive Kryptor assay, Elecsys BRAHMS PCT assay, LIAISON BRAHMS PCT assay and VIDAS BRAHMS PCT assay).
This resource is intended to demonstrate how our guidance can be used in the Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment process.
Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for non-melanoma skin tumours (including premalignant and primary non-metastatic skin lesions). This involves applying (or sometimes injecting) a photosensitising agent and using light to activate it, destroying the tumour cells.
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Insertion of endobronchial nitinol coils to improve lung function in emphysema (HTG370)
Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of endobronchial nitinol coils to improve lung function in emphysema. This involves inserting coils to reduce airflow to damaged parts of the lung.
Endovenous mechanochemical ablation for varicose veins (HTG414)
Evidence-based recommendations on endovenous mechanochemical ablation for varicose veins. This involves using a rotating wire and chemical to close the varicose vein.