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NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Peptest for diagnosing gastro-oesophageal reflux

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

22 May 2015

should be randomised controlled trials comparing the procedure with sham treatment. It should report details of patient selection, and...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

7 January 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous (non-thoracoscopic) epicardial catheter radiofrequency ablation for ventricular tachycardia. This involves using heat to destroy selected areas of the heart to prevent the occurrence or conduction of abnormal electrical activity.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on tenotomy of horizontal eye muscles for nystagmus (with reattachment at their original insertions). This involves cutting the horizontal muscles of the eye (which move the eye from side to side) and reattaching them at the same place.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic nephrolithotomy and pyelolithotomy. This involves inserting a tube through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery) to remove the kidney stones.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 March 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves using heat from electrodes to change the tissues in the oesophagus, with the aim of reducing symptoms.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 August 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic liver resection. This involves making small incisions (keyhole surgery) to remove the parts of the liver that are benign or cancerous.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 July 2005

dysphagia scores, quality of life, long-term outcomes and the need for further treatment. All complications should be reported. NICE may...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 April 2016

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on PLASMA system with button electrode for electrovaporisation of the prostate .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

31 August 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on interspinous distraction procedures for lumbar spinal stenosis causing neurogenic claudication. This involves implanting a device into the space between two back bones to relieve pressure on the nerves and, therefore, pain in the legs.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 November 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on automated percutaneous mechanical lumbar discectomy. This involves using an automated device to cut and remove the part of the disc that’s pressing on the nerve.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on tests in secondary care to identify people at high risk of ovarian cancer. The tests are the IOTA ADNEX model, Overa (MIA2G), RMI I (at thresholds other than 250), ROMA and IOTA Simple Rules.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

15 November 2017

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 using immunohistochemistry or microsatellite instability testing to guide further testing for Lynch syndrome in people with colorectal cancer.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 February 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic radical prostatectomy. This involves removing the prostate gland and some surrounding tissue using specialised instruments through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 November 2006

2 diabetes find their HbA1c increases over time, even with treatment. That's why treatments may need to be changed as part...

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

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on prosthetic intervertebral disc replacement in the cervical spine. This involves removing the damaged disc and inserting an artificial disc in its place.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 May 2010

Late stage assessment (LSA) guidance on transcatheter heart valves for transcatheter aortic valve implantation to treat aortic stenosis.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

21 August 2025

Evidence-based recommendations on deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease. This involves planting electrodes into the brain and generating electrical currents to reduce the problems caused by Parkinson's disease.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 November 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on superior capsular augmentation for massive rotator cuff tears in adults. This involves using a graft to stabilise the shoulder joint, reduce pain and improve shoulder function.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 July 2018

exercise or when you cough, laugh or sneeze. The diagram below shows what treatments NICE recommends as options for managing stress...

Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency denervation for osteoarthritic knee pain. This involves applying heat (radiofrequency) energy to damage the nerves (denervation) that are causing pain in the knee.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 June 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic deroofing of simple renal cysts. This involves draining the cyst and removing part of the cyst wall through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 July 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic epicardial radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation. This involves using heat to destroy the selected areas of the heart to prevent the occurrence or conduction of abnormal electrical activity.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 January 2009

This guideline covers how to improve the health and wellbeing of employees, with a focus on organisational culture and the role of line managers.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

24 March 2016

In development Reference number: GID-TA11585 Expected publication date: TBC

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

In development

Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for Barrett's oesophagus. This involves using a light-activated drug (called a photosensitising agent) with a laser to destroy the abnormal cells and to promote the growth of healthy cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on joint distraction for knee osteoarthritis without alignment correction. This involves fixing a metal frame around the knee to take weight off the joint and encourage the cartilage to repair itself.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2015

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Path Finder for freezing of gait in people with Parkinson’s disease .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

25 January 2019

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE guideline NG125.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

22 October 2008

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on CytoSorb for reducing risk of bleeding during cardiac surgery .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

2 February 2021

This guideline covers advocacy for people using health and social care services in all adult settings (including young people under 18 using adult services). It describes how to commission and deliver effective advocacy, as well as identifying who should be offered advocacy (including who is legally entitled to it). It also covers monitoring and improving advocacy services, and training and skills for advocates and practitioners.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

9 November 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on endovascular closure of patent ductus arteriosus. This involves placing a blocking device into the heart, which stays in place permanently and the body’s tissue grows around it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 October 2004

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on photorefractive (laser) surgery for the correction of refractive errors. This involves using a special laser to permanently change the shape of the cornea.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 March 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on uterine artery embolisation for fibroids. This involves injecting small particles into the blood vessels that take blood to the uterus, via the groin.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 November 2010

This guideline covers interventions to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in people aged 16 and over. It aims to reduce the transmission of all STIs, including HIV, and includes ways to help increase the uptake of STI testing and vaccines for human papillomavirus (HPV) and hepatitis A and B.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

15 June 2022

This quality standard covers end of life care for infants, children and young people (from birth to 18 years) who have a life-limiting condition. Life-limiting conditions are those that are expected to result in an early death for the person. It also covers support for family members and carers. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

12 September 2017

This can cause discomfort and problems with urination. There are some treatment options that don't involve surgery that NICE says you...

Evidence-based recommendations on single-anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy for treating morbid obesity. This involves reducing the size of the stomach and small intestine to reduce the amount of food absorbed.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2016

This guideline has been updated and replaced by NICE guideline CG121.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

23 February 2005

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE guideline CG175.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

27 February 2008

immune systems (for example, because of HIV, an inherited condition or treatment they may be having for conditions such as cancer or an...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

17 February 2017

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on PIUR tUS for abdominal aortic aneurysm surveillance and endovascular aneurysm repair endoleak detection .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

9 December 2019

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Thora 3Di for assessing asthma in children .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

2 October 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on implantation of a sphenopalatine ganglion stimulation device for chronic cluster headache. This involves implanting a device into the cheek to stimulate a group of nerves called the sphenopalatine ganglion.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on daytime intraoral neuromuscular electrical tongue stimulation using a removable device for obstructive sleep apnoea. This involves placing a mouthpiece around the tongue inside the mouth (intraoral). It delivers electrical stimulation to the muscles of the tongue (neuromuscular). The aim is to reduce airway obstruction during sleep.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 April 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on joint distraction for ankle osteoarthritis in adults. This involves fixing a metal frame around the ankle and pulling the joint slightly apart using the frame to allow cartilage regrowth.

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