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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

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on LiMAx system for assessing the functional capacity of the liver .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

16 January 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on Leukomed Sorbact for preventing surgical site infection after caesarean section or vascular surgery.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

3 February 2021

This guidance has been replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 30 [Replaced by NICE guideline CG81].

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 June 2000

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 243.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 September 2006

This guidance has been replaced by NICE guideline CG81.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 September 2001

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 383.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

24 August 2011

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 247.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

25 August 2010

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 199.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

22 August 2007

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 195.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

22 August 2007

This appraisal has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 195.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

23 April 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on the CoaguChek XS system for self-monitoring coagulation status in adults and children. The recommendations originally included the InRatio2 PT/INR, but this was withdrawn from the market in October 2016 and is not currently available.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Last updated

19 December 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of customised titanium implants, with soft tissue cover, for orofacial reconstruction. This involves inserting titanium implants to replace broken bones in the face as part of orofacial reconstruction.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Last updated

1 July 2013

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Boston Keratoprosthesis Type I for corneal blindness .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

18 January 2017

Discontinued Reference number: GID-TAG370

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

Discontinued

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

Awaiting development Reference number: GID-TA11753 Expected publication date: TBC

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

Awaiting development

Evidence-based recommendations on biodegradable subacromial spacer insertion for rotator cuff tears. This involves inserting a balloon-shaped device between the top of the shoulder blade and the upper arm bone to reduce pain and improve shoulder function.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

15 November 2023

This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 168.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 February 2003

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous mitral valve annuloplasty. This involves inserting a catheter into a large vein in the groin or neck and passing through to the heart. A device is placed into a large vein that sits next to the mitral valve to constrict the valve, with the aim of making it close properly.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on distal iliotibial band lengthening for refractory greater trochanteric pain syndrome. This involves lengthening the fibrous band that runs along the outside of the thigh from the hip to the knee (iliotibial band).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 January 2011

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on DOAC Dipstick for detecting direct oral anticoagulants .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

2 February 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on endovascular insertion of an intrasaccular wire-mesh blood-flow disruption device for intracranial aneurysms in adults. This involves inserting a wire-mesh device into the aneurysm to act as a plug when a blood clot forms inside it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

14 August 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on artificial iris insertion for congenital aniridia. This involves inserting an artificial iris into the eye.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 July 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of prostatic urethral lift implants to treat lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia. This involves pulling back the parts of the prostate that are pressing on the urethra so that it's no longer blocked.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 January 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on transanal total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer in adults. This involves removing the cancer through the anus or a small cut in the abdomen.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

15 December 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on electrohydraulic lithotripsy for difficult-to-treat bile duct stones in adults. This involves breaking up the stone with soundwaves.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 May 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on laser lithotripsy for difficult-to-treat bile duct stones in adults. This involves breaking up the stones using laser light.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2021

Summary of the evidence on advanced wound dressings and antimicrobial dressings for managing chronic wounds to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

Result type

Evidence summary

Published

30 March 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on microinvasive subconjunctival insertion of a trans-scleral gelatin stent for primary open-angle glaucoma in adults. This involves putting a tiny gelatin tube (stent) under the skin at the base of the eye to create a new drainage channel for excess fluid.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 April 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on pulsed-field ablation for atrial fibrillation. This involves using electric field energy to destroy heart cells that are transmitting abnormal electrical impulses.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

10 July 2025

Evidence-based recommendations on scleral expansion surgery for presbyopia. This involves making small incisions in the eye and inserting bands to stretch part of the sclera.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2004

This guideline covers the assessment, preparation, training and monitoring needed when using sedation in people aged under 19. It aims to help healthcare professionals decide when sedation is the most clinically and cost effective option for reducing pain and anxiety during operations for children and young people.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

15 December 2010

are no randomised studies on the use of radiotherapy/radiosurgery in the treatment of grade I meningioma. Though case series have shown...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 December 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous fetal balloon valvuloplasty for pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum. This involves opening up the closed pulmonary valve of the babies heart while it is still in the womb using a balloon-like device.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 May 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on inserting a pleuro-amniotic shunt to drain pleural effusions in a fetus during pregnancy. This involves inserting a drainage tube through the fetal chest wall into the pleural space, allowing fluid to drain into the amniotic cavity.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 September 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on hysteroscopic metroplasty of a uterine septum for primary infertility. This involves inserting a hysteroscope into the uterus through the cervix after cervical dilation, and excising the septum. The aim is to reduce morbidity and shorten the recovery period.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 January 2015

alcohol-related problems. However, even with the most effective current treatment (for example, cognitive behavioural therapies and...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on sinus tarsi implant insertion for mobile flatfoot. This involves surgery to insert an implant just above the heel bone, with the aim of correcting the condition and improving symptoms.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 July 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on implantation of a duodenal-jejunal bypass liner for managing type 2 diabetes. This involves attaching a liner as a barrier between food and the upper part of the bowel, with the aim of lowering blood sugar levels.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2015

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 June 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on functional electrical stimulation for drop foot of central neurological origin. This involves stimulating the peripheral nerves that supply the paralysed muscle using electrodes to restore muscular function.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 January 2009

This guidance has been replaced by NICE guideline CG43.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 March 2001

This guidance has been replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 58 [Replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 168].

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 November 2000

Late stage assessment (LSA) guidance on one-piece closed bags for colostomies

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

10 July 2025

Evidence-based recommendations on new generation cardiac CT scanners (Aquilion ONE, Brilliance iCT, Discovery CT750 HD and Somatom Definition Flash) for cardiac imaging in people with suspected or known coronary artery disease in whom imaging is difficult with earlier generation CT scanners.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Last updated

6 July 2017

key outcomes should include symptoms, relapse rates, quality of life, treatment acceptability, experience of care, level of psychosocial...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on prostatic urethral temporary implant insertion for lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia. This involves positioning a temporary implant in the urethra to increase the flow of urine.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

21 September 2022

recommendationsThe only cannabis-based medicinal product available for the treatment of epilepsy is epidyolex, which is licensed...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

10 February 2020

recommendationsThe only cannabis-based medicinal product available for the treatment of epilepsy is epidyolex, which is licensed...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

10 February 2020