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minority of people with NAFLD. It is thought to be the precursor of liver fibrosis, which is associated with morbidity and mortality. As...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

24 August 2016

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 November 2007

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 cyanoacrylate glue occlusion for varicose veins. This involves injecting medical glue (cyanoacrylate) into a vein to close it with the aim of improving symptoms.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

4 March 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on soft-palate implants for obstructive sleep apnoea. This involves inserting implants into the soft palate of the mouth to stiffen it over subsequent weeks and make it less likely to vibrate.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 November 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on autologous blood injection for plantar fasciitis. This involves supplying the connective tissue with growth factors that promote the healing process.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 January 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on sofosbuvir–velpatasvir (Epclusa) for treating chronic hepatitis C in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

25 January 2017

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 August 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on entecavir for treating chronic hepatitis B in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 August 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on bronchial thermoplasty for severe asthma in adults. This involves applying heat to the inside walls of the airways.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 December 2018

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 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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 May 2011

This guideline covers assessing and managing psoriasis in adults, young people and children. It aims to improve long-term disease control and quality of life for people with psoriasis.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Last updated

1 September 2017

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Smart One for measuring lung function .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

9 February 2017

Hyperuricaemia - febuxostat 29 October 2008 TA504 Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis - pirfenidone 2 December 2016, and 1 December 2017 TA501...