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This guideline covers identifying and managing otitis media with effusion (OME), also known as ‘glue ear’, in children younger than 12 years. It aims to improve hearing and quality of life in children with OME.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

30 August 2023

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on superDimension Navigation System to help diagnostic sampling of peripheral lung lesions .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

11 October 2019

Early value assessment (EVA) guidance on digital technologies for delivering multidisciplinary weight-management services.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Last updated

6 March 2024

agreed that there was not enough evidence to recommend sutures over staples in all surgery, and decided to focus the recommendation on...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

16 August 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on selpercatinib (Retsevmo) for untreated RET fusion-positive advanced non-small-cell lung cancer in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 July 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on lenalidomide (Revlimid) plus dexamethasone for previously untreated multiple myeloma in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 June 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on botulinum toxin type A (Botox) for preventing headaches in adults with chronic migraine.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 June 2012

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2024

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

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

21 October 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on Prontosan for treating acute and chronic wounds.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

8 March 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on Magtrace and Sentimag system for locating sentinel lymph nodes for breast cancer.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

5 October 2022

This quality standard covers recognising, assessing and managing bipolar disorder in adults (aged 18 and over) in primary and secondary care. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Last updated

18 February 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on corneal endothelial transplantation. This involves replacing only the innermost layers of the cornea with a healthy section from a donor eye without disturbing the overall structure.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 June 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic endoscopic division of epidural adhesions. This involves separating epidural adhesions from the nerves or spinal cord through a small cut near the lower spine (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 February 2010

Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is important:- Half of all traumatic spinal cord injuries involve the cervical spinal...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

4 April 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on total wrist replacement. This involves creating an artificial wrist joint consisting of metal implants attached to the end of the arm and to the hand, separated by a spacer to allow movement.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 August 2008

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2004

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

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 May 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic amnioinfusion for treating oligohydramnios during pregnancy (excluding labour). This involves injecting a substance similar to amniotic fluid into the space around the baby.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 November 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on selective peripheral denervation for cervical dystonia. This involves cutting the nerves to the muscles of the neck through a large skin incision.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 August 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on balloon cryoablation for Barrett’s oesophagus. This involves using a balloon filled with cold gas to destroy abnormal cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 October 2020

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2005

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Evidence-based recommendations on Synergo for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

30 November 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on negative pressure wound therapy for the open abdomen. This involves using a small pump to remove infected material, stop fluid escaping and help the wound heal.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 November 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on photochemical corneal cross linkage using riboflavin and ultraviolet A for keratoconus. This involves using special eye drops and exposing the eye ultraviolet light, with the aim to strengthen the cornea.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 September 2013

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Secca System for faecal incontinence

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

24 May 2016

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the TactiCath Quartz catheter for percutaneous radiofrequency ablation in atrial fibrillation

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

23 March 2016

C: standard care placebo O: effectiveness outcomes: all-cause hospitalisation all-cause mortality need for mechanical...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

14 July 2022

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on d-Nav insulin management app for type 2 diabetes .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

8 February 2022

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Axxent electronic brachytherapy system for early stage breast cancer

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

24 August 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on interstitial laser therapy for fibroadenomas of the breast. This involves using high-energy light from a laser to destroy the lump.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 June 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided regional nerve block. This involves using ultrasound guidance to position needles that deliver local anaesthetic in the correct place next to the nerves.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 January 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on macular translocation with 360° retinotomy for wet age-related macular degeneration. This involves cutting and moving the macula on to a nearby healthier area of the choroid layer.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 May 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on lumbar subcutaneous shunt. This involves using a shunt to drain excess cerebrospinal fluid away so that it doesn’t damage the brain or eyes.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency ablation for symptomatic interdigital (Morton’s) neuroma. This involves using pulses of radiofrequency heat energy to damage the nerve, with the aim of reducing pain.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on electrical stimulation of the lower oesophageal sphincter for treating gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves applying low-energy electrical impulses to the sphincter to strengthen the muscle so that less reflux happens.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on YAG laser vitreolysis for symptomatic vitreous floaters. This involves a special type of laser (YAG) firing short pulses of energy into the floaters, to break them up (vitreolysis) and reduce sight disturbances.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 October 2022

This guideline covers the care of women with a singleton pregnancy at increased risk of, or with symptoms and signs of, preterm labour (before 37 weeks), and women with a singleton pregnancy having a planned preterm birth. It aims to reduce the risks of preterm birth for the baby and describes treatments to prevent or delay early labour and birth.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

10 June 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on ciclosporin (Ikervis) for dry eye disease in adults that has not improved despite treatment with artificial tears.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

16 December 2015

evidence suggests it is not cost effective to increase uptake of vaccination in all carers. Better understanding is needed about the...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

12 December 2018

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

prevent hypoglycaemia. A blanket prescription of 5 or 10% glucose solution for all may result in hyperglycaemia in some children and...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

28 January 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on transcutaneous electrical stimulation of the trigeminal nerve for ADHD. This involves a single-use electrode patch stuck to the forehead, which sends small electrical pulses through the skin during sleep.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

11 January 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on implantation of a shock or load absorber for mild to moderate symptomatic medial knee osteoarthritis.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 January 2015

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on National Early Warning Score systems that alert to deteriorating adult patients in hospital .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

18 February 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on giving intravenous (IV) fluid replacement therapy for people with serious injuries before reaching hospital.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

28 January 2004

However, not all neonatal units have the facilities to carry out minimally invasive surfactant administration techniques, and not...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

16 August 2019

consent and audit. Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Details of all patients should be entered into the UK TAVI registry....

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

22 June 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal shockwave therapy for refractory tennis elbow. This involves using a machine to deliver sound waves to the painful area to stimulate healing.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2009