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  1. Video laryngoscopes to help intubation in people with difficult airways (MIB167)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on video laryngoscopy to help intubation in people with difficult airways .

  2. Selective internal radiation therapies for treating hepatocellular carcinoma (TA688)

    Evidence-based recommendations on selective internal radiation therapies SIR-Spheres (Sirtex), TheraSphere (BTG) and QuiremSphere (Quirem Medical) for treating hepatocellular carcinoma in adults.

  3. Microwave ablation for atrial fibrillation in association with other cardiac surgery (IPG122)

    Evidence-based recommendations on microwave ablation for atrial fibrillation in association with other cardiac surgery. This involves scarring the heart tissue using heat produced from microwave energy to interrupt abnormal electrical signals.

  4. Parkinson's disease in adults (NG71)

    This guideline covers diagnosing and managing Parkinson's disease in people aged 18 and over. It aims to improve care from the time of diagnosis, including monitoring and managing symptoms, providing information and support, and palliative care.

  5. Low-energy contact X-ray brachytherapy for rectal cancer (IPG809)

    Evidence-based recommendations on low-energy contact X-ray brachytherapy for rectal cancer. This involves inserting an X-ray tube through the anus into the rectum. The tube is placed in contact with the tumour and releases a low dose of X-ray radiation (brachytherapy) directly to it.

  6. Artificial intelligence for analysing chest CT images (MIB243)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on artificial intelligence for analysing chest CT images .

  7. PROPEL sinus implants for maintaining sinus patency after surgery (MIB253)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on PROPEL sinus implants for maintaining sinus patency after surgery .

  8. Soft-palate implants for simple snoring (IPG240)

    Evidence-based recommendations on soft-palate implants for simple snoring. This involves inserting implants into the soft palate of the mouth to make it stiffer and less likely to vibrate.

  9. Guided self-help digital cognitive behavioural therapy for children and young people with mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety or low mood: early value assessment (HTG660)

    Early value assessment (EVA) guidance on guided self-help digital cognitive behavioural therapy for children and young people with mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety or low mood.

  10. Pembrolizumab for adjuvant treatment of resected stage 2B or 2C melanoma (TA837)

    Evidence-based recommendations on pembrolizumab (Keytruda) for the adjuvant treatment of resected stage 2B and 2C melanoma in people 12 years and over.

  11. Prevena incision management system for closed surgical incisions (MIB173)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Prevena incision management system for closed surgical incisions .

  12. Archimedes for biopsy of suspected lung cancer (MIB211)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Archimedes for biopsy of suspected lung cancer .

  13. Aixplorer ShearWave Elastography for ultrasound imaging and assessing suspicious breast lesions (MIB15)

    NICE has developed a Medtech Innovation Briefing (MIB) on Aixplorer ShearWave Elastography for ultrasound imaging and assessing suspicious breast lesions

  14. Radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation in association with other cardiac surgery (IPG121)

    Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation in association with other cardiac surgery. This involves scarring the heart tissue using heat to interrupt abnormal electrical signals.

  15. Cardiovascular disease: risk assessment and reduction, including lipid modification (NG238)

    This guideline covers identifying and assessing risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in adults without established CVD. It covers lifestyle changes and lipid-lowering treatment (including statins) for primary and secondary prevention of CVD, and includes guidance for people who also have diabetes or chronic kidney disease.

  16. VA ECMO for severe acute heart failure in adults (IPG807)

    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.

  17. Sacral nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence (IPG99)

    Evidence-based recommendations on sacral nerve stimulation for faecal incontinence. This involves using electrodes inserted under the skin to produce pulses of electricity thought to affect the nerves controlling the lower part of the bowel and the anal sphincter.

  18. NICE voluntary and community sector forum

    Help make a difference on behalf of the people most affected by our recommendations on our voluntary and community sector forum.

  19. Non-surgical reduction of the myocardial septum (IPG40)

    Evidence-based recommendations on non-surgical reduction of myocardial septum. This involves inserting a catheter into the femoral artery and passing it up into the heart under X-ray control.

  20. Recent-onset chest pain of suspected cardiac origin: assessment and diagnosis (CG95)

    This guideline covers assessing and diagnosing recent chest pain in people aged 18 and over and managing symptoms while a diagnosis is being made. It aims to improve outcomes by providing advice on tests (ECG, high-sensitivity troponin tests, multislice CT angiography, functional testing) that support healthcare professionals to make a speedy and accurate diagnosis.

  21. Uterine suspension using mesh (including sacrohysteropexy) to repair uterine prolapse (IPG584)

    Evidence-based recommendations on uterine suspension using mesh (including sacrohysteropexy) to repair uterine prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh from the uterus or cervix either to the bone at the base of the spine or to a ligament in the pelvis to hold the uterus in place.

  22. Laparoscopic cerclage for cervical incompetence to prevent late miscarriage or preterm birth (IPG639)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic cerclage for cervical incompetence to prevent late miscarriage or preterm birth. This involves placing a stitch around the upper part of the cervix to keep it closed.

  23. Endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (IPG113)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy for treating lacrimal sac or nasolacrimal duct obstruction. This involves making a connection that bypasses the blocked area so that the tears can drain straight into the nose.

  24. NICE encourages further research into the effects of uterine artery embolisation compared with other procedures to treat adenomyosis, particularly for patients wishing to maintain or improve their fertility.

    embolisation compared with other procedures to treat adenomyosis, particularly for patients wishing to maintain or improve their...

  25. Shoulder resurfacing arthroplasty (IPG354)

    Evidence-based recommendations on shoulder resurfacing arthroplasty. This involves reshaping the upper arm bone and placing an artificial shoulder joint onto it.

  26. O2matic PRO 100 for optimising oxygen treatment in respiratory conditions (MIB308)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on O2matic PRO 100 for optimising oxygen treatment in respiratory conditions .

  27. Prioritisation board decisions 2025

    Our centralised approach to prioritising our guidance topics ensures that we produce guidance that's relevant, timely, accessible, and has demonstrable impact.

  28. Laparoscopic cryotherapy for renal cancer (IPG405)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic cryotherapy for renal cancer. This involves inserting a surgical instrument (cryoprobe) to apply freezing temperatures to the tumour and destroy the cancer cells.

  29. Laparoscopic partial nephrectomy (IPG151)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic partial nephrectomy. This involves making small ‘keyhole’ openings, either in the back or in the abdomen, to remove the section of kidney that contains the tumour.

  30. OxyMask for delivering oxygen therapy (MIB160)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on OxyMask for delivering oxygen therapy .

  31. Laparoscopic gastrectomy for cancer (IPG269)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic gastrectomy for cancer. This involves partial or total removal of the stomach to take out the tumour and affected lymph nodes through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery).

  32. Percutaneous image-guided cryoablation of peripheral neuroma for chronic pain (IPG747)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous image-guided cryoablation of peripheral neuroma for chronic pain. This involves using a needle-like probe to freeze and destroy small parts of nerves in neuromas to stop the pain signals.

  33. Spartan RX point-of-care CYP2C19 test to guide treatment in acute coronary syndrome (MIB223)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Spartan RX point-of-care CYP2C19 test to guide treatment in acute coronary syndrome .

  34. Implantation of multifocal (non-accommodative) intraocular lenses during cataract surgery (IPG264)

    Evidence-based recommendations on the implantation of multifocal (non-accommodative) intraocular lenses during cataract surgery. This involves replacing the clouded lens with an artificial one with areas of different focusing power to allow near and distant objects to be seen.

  35. Fallopian tube recanalisation by guidewire (IPG71)

    Evidence-based recommendations on fallopian tube recanalisation by guidewire. This involves injecting dye through a narrow tube inserted into the fallopian tube and if this does not unblock it, using a guidewire.

  36. Digital technologies for assessing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) (HTG729)

    Evidence-based recommendations on digital technologies for assessing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

  37. Cyanoacrylate instillation for occlusion of parotid sinuses (IPG42)

    Evidence-based recommendations on cyanoacrylate instillation for occlusion of parotid sinuses. This involves injecting a solution of lipiodiol and cyanoacrylate via the sinus into the parotid gland, sealing the sinus.

  38. Vagus nerve stimulation for refractory epilepsy in children (IPG50)

    Evidence-based recommendations on vagus nerve stimulation for refractory epilepsy in children. This involves placing a device under the skin to send a burst of nerve messages through the nerve.

  39. Therapeutic sialendoscopy (IPG218)

    Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic sialendoscopy. This involves using a flexible tube to enter the salivary gland, and visualise and remove the stone.

  40. Spiral Flow peripheral vascular graft for treating peripheral arterial disease (MIB34)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Spiral Flow peripheral vascular graft for treating peripheral arterial disease

  41. Mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement (IPG345)

    Evidence-based recommendations on mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement. This involves using specially designed instruments to replace the knee using a smaller incision.

  42. Implantation of accommodating intraocular lenses for cataract (IPG209)

    Evidence-based recommendations on implantation of accommodating intraocular lenses for cataract. This involves removing the clouded natural lens of the eye and replacing it with an accommodating lens to allow focusing on near and distant objects.

  43. Upadacitinib for treating severe rheumatoid arthritis (TA665)

    Evidence-based recommendations on upadacitinib (Rinvoq) for severe active rheumatoid arthritis in adults.

  44. OrganOx metra for liver transplant (MIB275)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on OrganOx metra for liver transplant .

  45. Aquilion PRIME CT scanner for imaging coronary artery disease in adults in whom imaging is difficult (MIB53)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Aquilion PRIME CT scanner for imaging coronary artery disease in adults in whom imaging is difficult .

  46. Adoption and implementation support

    The adoption and implementation team provides support to the system to enable the effective use of NICE guidance.

  47. Sacral nerve stimulation for urge incontinence and urgency-frequency (IPG64)

    Evidence-based recommendations on sacral nerve stimulation for urge incontinence and urgency-frequency. This involves placing electrodes and connecting them to an implantable pulse generator.

  48. Coronary revascularisation: Cangrelor (ESNM63)

    Summary of the evidence on cangrelor for coronary revascularisation to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

  49. NICE indicator process guide (PMG44)

    This guide describes the process NICE uses to develop indicators from NICE quality standards, NICE guidance and NICE accredited sources

  50. Endopyelotomy for pelviureteric junction obstruction (IPG325)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endopyelotomy for pelviureteric junction obstruction. This involves widening the renal pelvis by inserting small instruments either up through the urinary tract or down through the skin and into the kidney.