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  1. Intravesical microwave hyperthermia and chemotherapy for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (IPG628)

    Evidence-based recommendations on intravesical microwave hyperthermia and chemotherapy for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer in adults. This involves using microwaves to improve the effect of the chemotherapy given directly into the bladder.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    19 September 2018
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  2. Percutaneous intradiscal laser ablation in the lumbar spine (IPG357)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous intradiscal laser ablation in the lumbar spine. This involves using a laser to destroy part of the disc, with the aim of shrinking it.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    22 September 2010
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  3. Cryotherapy for the treatment of liver metastases (IPG369)

    Evidence-based recommendations on cryotherapy for the treatment of liver metastases. This involves using cold temperatures applied through a special needle to destroy the cancer cells.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    15 December 2010
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    Sections for IPG369

  4. Electrocautery cutting balloon treatment for pelviureteric junction obstruction (IPG324)

    Evidence-based recommendations on electrocautery cutting balloon treatment for pelviureteric junction obstruction. This involves widening the renal pelvis by inserting a catheter with a balloon and wire into the urinary tract.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    16 December 2009
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  5. Limited macular translocation for wet age-related macular degeneration (IPG339)

    Evidence-based recommendations on limited macular translocation for wet age related macular degeneration. This involves cutting and moving the macula on an a nearby healthier area of the retina.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    19 May 2010
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  6. Radiofrequency cold ablation for respiratory papillomatosis (IPG434)

    Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency cold ablation for respiratory papillomatosis. This involves using an electrical current to dissolve or shrink the papillomas (non-cancerous growths).

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 November 2012
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  7. Photodynamic therapy for early-stage oesophageal cancer (IPG200)

    Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for early-stage oesophageal cancer. This involves injecting a photosensitising agent into the tumour which is then activated by a light to destroy the tumour cells.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    13 December 2006
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  8. Microwave ablation for primary or metastatic cancer in the lung (IPG716)

    Evidence-based recommendations on microwave ablation for primary or metastatic cancer in the lung in adults. This involves inserting a probe into the lung, through the skin of the chest, to send microwaves into the cancer cells. This produces heat, aiming to destroy the cancer (ablation).

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    2 February 2022
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  9. Endoscopic saphenous vein harvest for coronary artery bypass grafting (IPG494)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic saphenous vein harvest for coronary artery bypass grafting. This involves removing the vein under endoscopic guidance through a small cut near the knee (keyhole surgery).

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    25 June 2014
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  10. LIVERFASt for assessing and monitoring liver fibrosis, activity and steatosis (MIB317)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on LIVERFASt for assessing and monitoring liver fibrosis, activity and steatosis .

    Medtech innovation briefing
    Published
    21 February 2023

  11. What is the most effective technological solution for minimising wrong implant selection during joint replacement surgery?

    other activity and formally inspect each implant component, would ensure that all components are compatible. The second stop moment...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 August 2020

  12. Current evidence on the safety of percutaneous mechanical thrombectomy for acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT) of the leg shows there are well-recognised but infrequent complications. For acute iliofemoral DVT the evidence on efficacy is limited in quality and quantity, therefore this procedure should only be used with  special arrangements   for clinical governance, consent, and audit or research.

    for the public is recommended. Clinicians should enter details of all patients who have the procedure onto the BSIR Venous Registry ....

    Research recommendation
    Published
    27 May 2020

  13. Unknown primary of presumed upper aerodigestive tract origin:- In people with CUADT of unknown primary, can radiotherapy target volumes be selected based on clinical and pathological factors?

    clinical teams will treat the neck disease alone and others will treat some or all potential primary sites with the radiotherapy with or...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 April 2016

  14. Schizophrenia: omega-3 fatty acid medicines (ESUOM19)

    Summary of the evidence on omega-3 fatty acid medicines for treating schizophrenia to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

    Evidence summary
    Published
    24 September 2013

  15. Renal and ureteric stones (QS195)

    This quality standard covers assessing and managing renal and ureteric stones in children, young people and adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

    Quality standard
    Published
    29 July 2020
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  16. Food allergy (QS118)

    This quality standard covers diagnosing, assessing and managing food allergy in children and young people (under 19) and adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

    Quality standard
    Published
    24 March 2016
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  17. Acute heart failure (QS103)

    This quality standard covers the care of adults (aged 18 and over) with suspected or confirmed acute heart failure. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

    Quality standard
    Published
    3 December 2015
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  18. Psoriasis (QS40)

    This quality standard covers assessing and managing psoriasis in adults, young people and children. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

    Quality standard
    Published
    6 August 2013
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  19. Endocuff Vision for assisting visualisation during colonoscopy (HTG514)

    Evidence-based recommendations on Endocuff Vision for assisting visualisation during colonoscopy.

    HealthTech guidance
    Published
    7 June 2019
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  20. What are the appropriate indications, effectiveness and safety of LDL apheresis in people with heterozygous FH?

    antisense oligonucleotides (ApoB). A national register should be established for all people with FH who are referred for and/or are...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 November 2019

  21. Management of poor prognosis:- What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of managing RA with a poor prognosis (identified as presence of anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide [CCP] antibodies or evidence of erosions on X-ray at diagnosis) with a different strategy from that used for standard management of RA?

    applicable) Why this is important:- Current recommendations suggest all people with RA should be offered the same management; however...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    11 December 2018

  22. Use of technology in providing care- What are the views and experiences of people who use adult social care services on assistive technologies?

    example, integrated systems of sensors, alarms and remote monitoring. Across all population groups, there is a paucity of evidence about...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    14 November 2018

  23. Assessment tools for health promotion:- What are the most effective tools to determine the health promotion needs of people in prison?

    difficulties in accessing exercise programmes or information on sexual health. All of these may exacerbate existing health conditions or...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 February 2017

  24. Combination treatment for Parkinson's disease dementia:- What is the effectiveness of combination treatment with a cholinesterase inhibitor and memantine for people with Parkinson's disease dementia if treatment with a cholinesterase inhibitor alone is not effective or no longer effective?

    cholinesterase inhibitors, memantine and combination therapy with both treatments are all reasonable clinical options, but noted that...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 October 2018

  25. What is the best and most cost-effective management strategy for people whose first surgery for primary hyperparathyroidism is not successful?

    preoperative imaging is to help guide the surgical approach. It is not essential in all circumstances (for example, if a decision has...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    25 October 2019

  26. MiniMed 640G system with SmartGuard for managing blood glucose levels in people with type 1 diabetes (MIB51)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on MiniMed 640G system with SmartGuard for managing blood glucose levels in people with type 1 diabetes

    Medtech innovation briefing
    Published
    12 February 2016

  27. Short-term circulatory support with left ventricular assist devices as a bridge to cardiac transplantation or recovery (IPG177)

    Evidence-based recommendations on short-term circulatory support with left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) as a bridge to heart transplantation or recovery. This involves inserting a mechanical device into the chest to help the heart pump blood around the body.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    28 June 2006
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  28. Percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale for the secondary prevention of recurrent paradoxical embolism in divers (IPG371)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous closure of patent foramen ovale for the secondary prevention of recurrent paradoxical embolism in divers. This involves passing a device through a large vessel in the groin up into the heart and closing/blocking the hole in the wall.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    15 December 2010
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  29. Breast reconstruction using lipomodelling after breast cancer treatment (IPG417)

    Evidence-based recommendations on breast reconstruction using lipomodelling after breast cancer treatment. This involves taking fat from the abdomen or thighs and injecting it into the breast in the area of the deformity caused by surgery.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 January 2012
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  30. Fetal vesico–amniotic shunt for lower urinary tract outflow obstruction (IPG202)

    Evidence-based recommendations on fetal vesico–amniotic shunt for lower urinary tract outflow obstruction. This involves inserting a cannula through the mother's abdominal and uterine walls into the amniotic cavity and subsequently into the bladder of the fetus.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    13 December 2006
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  31. Laser-assisted cerebral vascular anastomosis without temporary arterial occlusion (IPG252)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laser-assisted cerebral vascular anastomosis without temporary arterial occlusion. This involves using a special laser device to create a bypass without the need to temporarily interrupt the blood flow to the brain.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 February 2008
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  32. Percutaneous insertion of a closure device to repair a paravalvular leak around a replaced mitral or aortic valve (IPG700)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous insertion of a closure device to repair a paravalvular leak around a replaced mitral or aortic valve. This involves passing a closure device through a catheter to block the area that is leaking.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 June 2021
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  33. Personalised external aortic root support (PEARS) using mesh to prevent aortic root expansion and aortic dissection in people with Marfan syndrome (IPG724)

    Evidence-based recommendations on personalised external aortic root support (PEARS) using mesh to prevent aortic root expansion and aortic dissection in people with Marfan syndrome. This involves opening the chest through the breastbone and wrapping a mesh around the outside of the aorta at the part closest to the heart.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    18 May 2022
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  34. Transcatheter tricuspid valve leaflet repair for tricuspid regurgitation (IPG731)

    Evidence-based recommendations on transcatheter tricuspid valve leaflet repair for tricuspid regurgitation in adults. This involves putting a device on the heart valve to help it close.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 July 2022
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  35. Current evidence on the safety and efficacy of radially emitting laser fibre treatment of an anal fistula is limited in quantity and quality. Therefore, although there are no major safety concerns, this procedure should only be used with special arrangements  for clinical governance, consent, and audit or research.

    for the public is recommended. Audit and review clinical outcomes of all patients having radially emitting laser fibre treatment of an...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 November 2019

  36. Rehabilitation: - What are the barriers to people with major trauma receiving early rehabilitation after rehabilitation assessment? What changes to services are needed to overcome these barriers?

    needs assessed, and that a rehabilitation prescription should be provided for all patients with rehabilitation needs. The rehabilitation...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    4 April 2016

  37. Pressure redistributing devices: Dopressure redistributing devices reduce the development of pressure ulcers for those who are at risk of developing a pressure ulcer?

    needed to identify what devices are beneficial for specific at-risk sites for all age groups. Source guidance details Comes from...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  38. How safe are drugs used to treat bipolar disorder in pregnancy and the postnatal period?

    effective for the acute treatment of bipolar disorder and for preventing relapse. All drugs used to treat mental health problems may...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    13 July 2017

  39. Short-term bridging treatment with glucocorticoids:- What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of short-term bridging treatment with glucocorticoids for adults with RA starting a new disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug (DMARD), including the most effective dosing strategy and mode of administration?

    Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is important:- All DMARDs have a slow onset of action. In some cases, response may not be...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    11 December 2018

  40. Recognition and early management of pain in children and young people with cerebral palsy:- Does use of pain assessment tools by parents or carers improve the recognition and early management of pain in children and young people with cerebral palsy in a community setting?

    pain and discomfort outside hospital is of clear importance to help with all aspects of quality of life, including learning, development...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    17 February 2017

  41. Co-producing research into the views and experiences of people who use services:- What approaches have been shown to work in supporting the co-production of research for the purposes of service improvement with people who use services?

    who useservices is a potential means of improving services. Co-producing all stages of the research process with people who use services...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    14 November 2018

  42. Risk tools to identify risk of developing COAG and risk of sight loss:- What is the predictive value of risk tools for identifying people in the community who are atincreased risk of developing chronic open angle glaucoma (COAG) and identifying people with COAG who are at increased risk of sight loss?

    and specificity of risk tools for developing COAG is of moderate-to-low quality, with all studies having a high or very high risk of...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    18 October 2018

  43. What structure and organisation of specialist autism teams are associated with improvements in care for autistic people?

    There is uncertainty about the precise nature of the population to be served (all autistic people or only those who have an IQ of 70 or...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 August 2021

  44. Measuring improvements in care home residents' oral health:- How can interventions to improve and maintain oral health and wellbeing, or to prevent dental disease, be measured using a patient-centred approach that can also be used to judge cost effectiveness?

    to determine cost effectiveness. These measures would capture the views of all residents living in care homes and could include: - how...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    24 August 2016

  45. Anti-reflux therapy as a treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis:- Is anti-reflux therapy an effective treatment for idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis?

    mortality (allcause and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis-related); hospitalisation (all-cause, non-elective and idiopathic pulmonary...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  46. What are the clinical and cost effectiveness, and the safety, of specific antifungal treatments for treating suspected or confirmed COVID-19-associated pulmonary aspergillosis (CAPA), and the optimal treatment duration? When should treatment be started, stopped or modified?

    amphotericin B deoxycholate. C: Standard care (usually voriconazole) O:• all-cause mortality (at any time during treatment)• number of...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 March 2022

  47. Combined endoscopic and laparoscopic removal of colonic polyps (IPG503)

    Evidence-based recommendations on combined endoscopic and laparoscopic removal of colonic polyps. This involves using an endoscope in the bowel plus keyhole surgery through the skin of the abdomen to remove colonic polyps.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    26 September 2014
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  48. Evidence on the safety and efficacy of artificial iris implant insertion for acquired aniridia is limited in quantity and quality. Therefore, this procedure should only be used with special arrangements for clinical governance, consent, and audit or research.  Find out  what special arrangements mean on the NICE website .

    any uncertainties about these. Audit and review clinical outcomes of all patients having the procedure. NICE has identified relevant...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 August 2020

  49. Jejunostomy support after radical surgery:- What is the effectiveness of long-term jejunostomy support compared to intensive dietary counselling and support along with symptom management for people having radical surgery for oesophago-gastric cancer?

    and not using them routinely and others not placing jejunostomy tubes at all. Studies should aim to identify if jejunostomy placement...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    13 November 2018

  50. Darvadstrocel for treating complex perianal fistulas in Crohn's disease (TA556)

    Evidence-based recommendations on darvadstrocel (Alofisel) for previously treated complex perianal fistulas in adults with non-active or mildly active luminal Crohn’s disease.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    9 January 2019
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