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did not improve sciatica symptoms, and oral corticosteroids did not improve pain or function, but may have an impact on quality of life....

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on telbivudine (Sebivo) for treating chronic hepatitis B in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 August 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on evolocumab (Repatha) for treating primary hypercholesterolaemia or mixed dyslipidaemia in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

22 June 2016

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Novii Wireless Patch System for maternal and fetal monitoring .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

23 September 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic helium plasma coagulation for the treatment of endometriosis. This involves a minimally invasive procedure used to vaporise endometrial deposits.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 May 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on high-intensity focused ultrasound for symptomatic benign thyroid nodules in adults. This involves using heat made by high-frequency sound waves to destroy the nodule.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 February 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on artificial anal sphincter implantation. This involves placing a circular cuff under the skin around the anus.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on balloon catheter dilation of paranasal sinus ostia for chronic sinusitis. This involves gently inflating a small balloon, which is introduced through the nose via a flexible tube, to help keep the sinus passages open and unobstructed.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 September 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic submucosal dissection of lower gastrointestinal lesions. This involves inserting a camera through the anus and injecting a solution to raise the affected area for removal.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2010

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 May 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy for primary hyperhidrosis of the upper limb. This involves dividing appropriate parts of the sympathetic chain beside the vertebral column to reduce sweating.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on intramural urethral bulking procedures for stress urinary incontinence in women. Intramural urethral bulking aims to augment the urethral wall and increase the urethral closure force.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on direct C1 lateral mass screw for cervical spine stabilisation. This involves using screws to fix the bones together to treat atlantoaxial fusion in the neck.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

14 December 2005

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the PediGuard for placing pedicle screws in spinal surgery

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

25 March 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on Parafricta Bootees and Undergarments to reduce skin breakdown in people with or at risk of pressure ulcers.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Last updated

19 May 2021