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  1. Falls (QS86)

    This quality standard covers prevention of falls and assessment after a fall in people who are living in the community, in a residential care setting or staying in hospital and are:

    Quality standard
    Last updated
    29 April 2025
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  2. Vagus nerve stimulation for refractory epilepsy in children (IPG50)

    Evidence-based recommendations on vagus nerve stimulation for refractory epilepsy in children. This involves placing a device under the skin to send a burst of nerve messages through the nerve.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    24 March 2004
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    Sections for IPG50

  3. Comprehensive assessment versus a brief assessment:- For people with a suspected common mental health disorder, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness of using a comprehensive assessment (conducted by mental health professional) versus a brief assessment (conducted by a paraprofessional)?

    remains about the accuracy and consequent identification of appropriate treatment by paraprofessionals in primary care. An assessment by...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  4. Sedaconda ACD-S for sedation with volatile anaesthetics in intensive care (HTG607)

    Evidence-based recommendations on Sedaconda ACD-S for sedation with volatile anaesthetics in intensive care.

    HealthTech guidance
    Published
    27 January 2022
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  5. Epidurals:- What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of image-guided compared with non-image-guided epidural injections for people with acute sciatica?

    notes(if applicable) Why this is important:- Epidural injection of treatments, including corticosteroids, is commonly offered to people...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    13 February 2017

  6. Fever in under 5s (QS64)

    This quality standard covers the assessment and early management of fever with no obvious cause in babies and children (from birth to 5 years). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

    Quality standard
    Last updated
    27 July 2022
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  7. Care pathway:- In the UK, what is the optimal care pathway for young people and adults with coexisting severe mental illness and substance misuse?

    important:- There is a lack of published evidence on care pathways on treatment, management and follow-up of people with coexisting...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 February 2017

  8. NICE encourages further research on laparoscopic gastric plication for severe obesity, which should include information about long-term efficacy and safety, and specifically how the procedure influences further gastric surgery. Comparison with alternative procedures would be useful.

    efficacy of the procedure. Therefore, laparoscopic gastric plication for the treatment of severe obesity should only be used with...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  9. Radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of colorectal metastases in the liver (IPG92)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE interventional procedure guidance 327.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    1 September 2004

  10. Non-rigid stabilisation techniques for the treatment of low back pain (IPG183)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE interventional procedure guidance 366.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 June 2006

  11. Beta interferon and glatiramer acetate for the treatment of multiple sclerosis (TA32)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 527.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    23 January 2002

  12. Medical technologies evaluation programme process guide (PMG34)

    This process guide describes how NICE selects medical technologies for development of NICE guidance. It also describes how the medical technologies advisory committee develops guidance on selected technologies routed to it

  13. Pre-hospital initiation of fluid replacement therapy in trauma (TA74)

    Evidence-based recommendations on giving intravenous (IV) fluid replacement therapy for people with serious injuries before reaching hospital.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    28 January 2004
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  14. Combined bony and soft tissue reconstruction for hip joint stabilisation in proximal focal femoral deficiency (PFFD) (IPG297)

    Evidence-based recommendations on combined bony and soft tissue reconstruction for hip joint stabilisation in proximal focal femoral deficiency (PFFD). This involves accessing the bones of the hip and pelvis through a cut made on the thigh and correcting the deformity as much as possible.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    22 April 2009
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  15. Image-guided radiofrequency excision biopsy of breast lesions (IPG308)

    Evidence-based recommendations on image-guided radiofrequency excision biopsy of breast lesions. This involves inserting a probe that uses radiofrequency energy to cut through the breast internally, and removing the lump with a small area of surrounding tissue to test for cancer.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    22 July 2009
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  16. For people with alcohol dependence, which medication is most likely to improve adherence and thereby promote abstinence and prevent relapse?

    are still clinically and cost effective. Retaining more service users in treatment could further significantly improve outcomes for...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  17. t:slim X2 insulin pump for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes (MIB227)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on t:slim X2 insulin pump for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes .

    Medtech innovation briefing
    Published
    22 September 2020

  18. Undisplaced intracapsular hip fractures: For people with undisplaced (or non-displaced) intracapsular hip fracture, what features should be used to characterise the injury and what are the optimal clinical and cost-effective management strategies?

    recognised, resulting in some people not being offered the most appropriate treatment. Research is needed to help healthcare...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    3 February 2023

  19. What is the clinical effectiveness and safety of differing doses of lipid-modifying therapy in children with FH?

    concentration in treated children with FH receiving lipid-modifying drug therapy. Treatment is recommended from 10 years onwards,...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 November 2019

  20. Methylphenidate for the treatment of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder in children and adolescents (TA13)

    This guidance has been replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 98 [Replaced by NICE guideline NG87].  

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    28 October 2000

  21. Enteral nutrition support:- What specific clinical and non-clinical factors allow risk stratification when selecting which people with CUADT would benefit from short- or long-term enteral nutrition?

    diagnosis for people who need enteral nutrition support during curative treatment. Variation across the UK exists as a result of...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 April 2016

  22. An instrument to measure quality of life in people with glaucoma:- What instrument should be used to measure health related quality of life in people with glaucoma?

    is important:- Quality of life is the most important overall measure of treatment effect for patients as it measures their life...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    18 October 2018

  23. Long-term outcomes of pharmacological and uterine-sparing surgical treatments for HMB associated with adenomyosis:- What are the long-term clinical outcomes of pharmacological and uterine-sparing surgical treatments in women with HMB associated with adenomyosis?

    impact of adenomyosis on symptoms of HMB or the best treatment for this condition. Optimising treatment can lead to better...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    14 November 2018

  24. Telaprevir for the treatment of genotype 1 chronic hepatitis C (TA252)

    Telaprevir no longer has a marketing authorisation in the UK so this guidance has been withdrawn.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    25 April 2012

  25. Cetuximab for the first-line treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer (TA176)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 439.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    26 August 2009

  26. Erlotinib for the treatment of non-small-cell lung cancer (TA162)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 374.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Last updated
    1 December 2012

  27. Bevacizumab for the first-line treatment of metastatic breast cancer (TA147)

    This appraisal has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal 214.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    25 June 2008

  28. Human growth hormone for the treatment growth failure in children (TA42)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 188. 

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    27 May 2002

  29. PredictSURE IBD and IBDX to guide treatment of Crohn's disease (DG45)

    We have moved Diagnostics guidance 45 to become HealthTech guidance 610. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.

    Diagnostics guidance
    Published
    23 February 2022

  30. Ambulight PDT for the treatment of non-melanoma skin cancer (MTG6)

    We have moved medical technologies guidance 6 to become HealthTech guidance 268. This is to better reflect the NICE HealthTech programme which combines the former NICE Diagnostics Assessment programme, Interventional Procedures programme and Medical Technologies Evaluation programme and to help you find relevant content more quickly. The guidance itself has not changed.

    Medical technologies guidance
    Published
    25 July 2011

  31. FRAX and QFracture in adults receiving bone protective therapy:- What is the utility of FRAX and QFracture in adults receiving bone protective therapy?

    at the end of this treatment period is important, since some people remain at high risk of fracture and require continued...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  32. Non-invasive tests for diagnosing NASH:- Which non-invasive tests most accurately identify non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)?

    morbidity and mortality. As a result, NASH has been the main target for treatment in NAFLD. This is because reducing the severity of...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    24 August 2016

  33. Intramuscular diaphragm stimulation for ventilator-dependent chronic respiratory failure caused by motor neurone disease (IPG593)

    Evidence-based recommendations on intramuscular diaphragm stimulation for ventilator-dependent chronic respiratory failure in people with motor neurone disease. This involves implanting electrodes into the diaphragm to make it contract. This gradually strengthens the diaphragm and may eventually help the person to breathe without a ventilator.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 September 2017
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  34. Our charter

    An outline of the roles and responsibilities of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.

  35. Subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator insertion for preventing sudden cardiac death (IPG603)

    Evidence-based recommendations on subcutaneous implantable cardioverter defibrillator insertion for preventing sudden cardiac death. This involves placing a device under the skin of the chest, which detects and treats fast heartbeats called tachyarrhythmias.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    20 December 2017
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  36. Assessing motility of the gastrointestinal tract using a wireless capsule (IPG502)

    Evidence-based recommendations on assessing motility of the gastrointestinal tract using a wireless capsule. This involves swallowing a capsule that sends bowel information as it passes through the digestive system.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 August 2014
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  37. Laparoscopic mobilisation of the greater omentum for breast reconstruction (IPG253)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic mobilisation of the greater omentum for breast reconstruction. This involves removing the fatty tissue using special instruments through small cuts in the abdomen.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 February 2008
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  38. Assessment models for different groups of children and young people:- How effective are the models currently used for assessing the needs of, and level of risk for, children and young people from different population groups who display harmful sexual behaviour?

    basis for needs assessment and decisions about therapeutic interventions, treatment placements and care plans.For those in the criminal...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    17 October 2016

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

    explanatory notes(if applicable) Drugs are effective for the acute treatment of bipolar disorder and for preventing relapse. All drugs...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    13 July 2017

  40. Cystourethrogram: How accurate is the first CT scan with contrast (trauma scan) for detecting bladder injuries in people with suspected bladder injuries after a traumatic incident?

    diagnose non‑bladder injuries. People who do not have injuries needing urgent treatment may then either be given another CT scan or a...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    12 December 2022

  41. Laparoscopic prostatectomy for benign prostatic obstruction (IPG275)

    Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic prostatectomy for benign prostatic obstruction. This involves removing the prostate through small cuts in the abdomen, using a fine telescope to see inside the body (keyhole surgery).

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    26 November 2008
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  42. Insertion of a collagen plug to close an abdominal wall enterocutaneous fistula (IPG507)

    Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of a collagen plug to close an abdominal wall enterocutaneous fistula. This involves inserting a collagen plug into the fistula to seal off where it joins the bowel.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 November 2014
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  43. Cyanoacrylate glue for hernia mesh fixation (MIB301)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on cyanoacrylate glue for hernia mesh fixation .

    Medtech innovation briefing
    Published
    5 July 2022

  44. Cystourethrogram:- How accurate is the first CT scan with contrast (trauma scan) for detecting bladder injuries in people with suspected bladder injuries after a traumatic incident?

    diagnose non-bladder injuries. People who do not have injuries needing urgent treatment may then either be given another CT scan or a...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    21 March 2016

  45. Primary versus secondary stenting for treating people with critical limb ischaemia caused by disease of the infra-geniculate arteries:- What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of selective stent placement compared with angioplasty plus primary stent placement for treating people with critical limb ischaemia caused by disease of the infra-geniculate arteries?

    endovascular treatment. Infra-geniculate disease is more complex to treat by endovascular means, and the risks and benefits of different...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  46. Current evidence on the safety and efficacy of valve-in-valve transcatheter aortic valve implantation (ViV‑TAVI) for aortic bioprosthetic dysfunction is adequate to support the use of this procedure provided that  standard arrangements   are in place for clinical governance, consent and audit.

    them. During the consent process, patients should be told about all treatment options, and their advantages and disadvantages. ViV‑TAVI...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    22 June 2023

  47. Guidance on the use of gemcitabine for the treatment of pancreatic cancer (TA25)

    This guidance has been replaced by NICE guideline NG85.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    8 May 2001

  48. Computerised cognitive behaviour therapy (CCBT) for the treatment of depression and anxiety (TA51)

    This guidance has been updated and replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 97.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    24 October 2002

  49. Prasugrel for the treatment of acute coronary syndromes with percutaneous coronary intervention (TA182)

    This guidance has been replaced by NICE technology appraisal guidance 317.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    28 October 2009

  50. Pitolisant for treating narcolepsy in children and young people 6 to 17 years ID6353

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    Technology appraisal guidance
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