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  1. Epidemiological study on presentation and management of sepsis in England:- What is the incidence, presentation and management of sepsis in the United Kingdom?

    with severe infection and sepsis, and the need to use broad spectrum antimicrobials to treat sepsis, justifies the cost required to set...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    25 August 2016

  2. Phototherapeutic laser keratectomy for corneal surface irregularities (IPG358)

    Evidence-based recommendations on phototherapeutic laser keratectomy for corneal surface irregularities. This involves using a laser to remove layers of the cornea in order to produce a smooth, even surface with the aim of improving vision.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    22 September 2010
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  3. Stapled transanal rectal resection for obstructed defaecation syndrome (IPG351)

    Evidence-based recommendations on stapled transanal rectal resection for obstructed defaecation syndrome. This involves removing the damaged part of the rectum and joining the remaining parts back together.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 June 2010
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  4. Endoscopic ablation for a pilonidal sinus (IPG646)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic ablation for a pilonidal sinus in adults. This involves applying heat to the pilonidal sinus.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    17 April 2019
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  5. Core outcome set for studies of management of Lyme disease:- Can a core outcome set be developed for clinical trials of management of Lyme disease?

    Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is important:- Antibiotic treatment is the mainstay of management for Lyme disease. The...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    21 November 2018

  6. Insertion of a magnetic bead band for faecal incontinence (IPG483)

    Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of a magnetic-bead band for faecal incontinence. This involves placing a ring of magnetic beads into a tunnel made around the anus to prevent incontinence.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 March 2014
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  7. Corneal endothelial transplantation (IPG304)

    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.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    24 June 2009
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  8. Corticosteroid-eluting bioabsorbable stent or spacer insertion during endoscopic sinus surgery to treat chronic rhinosinusitis (IPG551)

    Evidence-based recommendations on corticosteroid-eluting bioabsorbable stent or spacer insertion during endoscopic sinus surgery for chronic rhinosinusitis in adults. This involves putting a stent (short tube) into the sinus to improve drainage.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 March 2016
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  9. Endopyelotomy for pelviureteric junction obstruction (IPG325)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endopyelotomy for pelviureteric junction obstruction. This involves widening the renal pelvis by inserting small instruments either up through the urinary tract or down through the skin and into the kidney.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    16 December 2009
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  10. Infantile haemangioma: topical timolol (ESUOM47)

    Summary of the evidence on topical timolol for treating infantile haemangioma (strawberry marks) to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

    Evidence summary
    Published
    14 August 2015

  11. Low-level laser therapy for preventing or treating oral mucositis caused by radiotherapy or chemotherapy (IPG615)

    Evidence-based recommendations on low-level laser therapy for preventing or treating oral mucositis caused by radiotherapy or chemotherapy. This involves applying low-energy lasers to the affected tissue.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 May 2018
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  12. Repetitive short-pulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation for glaucoma (IPG692)

    Evidence-based recommendations on short-pulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation for glaucoma. This involves using repeated short pulses of laser energy to destroy some of the cells in the eye that produce fluid.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    28 April 2021
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    Sections for IPG692

  13. Transperineal biopsy for diagnosing prostate cancer (DG54)

    Evidence-based recommendations on transperineal biopsy for diagnosing prostate cancer

    Diagnostics guidance
    Published
    1 June 2023
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  14. Irritable bowel syndrome in adults (QS114)

    This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing irritable bowel syndrome in adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

    Quality standard
    Published
    11 February 2016
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  15. Transanal total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer (IPG713)

    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.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    15 December 2021
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  16. Balloon catheter dilation of paranasal sinus ostia for chronic sinusitis (IPG273)

    Evidence-based recommendations on balloon catheter dilation of paranasal sinus ostia for chronic sinusitis. This involves gently inflating a small balloon, which is introduced through the nose via a flexible tube, to help keep the sinus passages open and unobstructed.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    24 September 2008
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  17. Rifaximin for preventing episodes of overt hepatic encephalopathy (TA337)

    Evidence-based recommendations on rifaximin (Targaxan) for preventing episodes of hepatic encephalopathy in adults.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Published
    25 March 2015
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  18. Transurethral water vapour ablation for lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (IPG625)

    Evidence-based recommendations on transurethral water vapour ablation for lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia in adults. This involves using heated water vapour to destroy some of the prostate tissue.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    21 August 2018
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  19. Endobronchial valve insertion to reduce lung volume in emphysema (IPG600)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endobronchial valve insertion to reduce lung volume in emphysema. This involves placing small one-way valves in some airways leading to damaged parts of the lungs.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    20 December 2017
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    Sections for IPG600

  20. Deep dermal injection of non-absorbable gel polymer for HIV-related lipoatrophy (IPG439)

    Evidence-based recommendations on deep dermal injection of non absorbable gel polymer for HIV-related facial lipoatrophy. This involves injecting the gel polymer under the skin to restore the shape and volume of the areas where fat has been lost.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 January 2013
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  21. Ranibizumab for treating diabetic macular oedema (TA274)

    Evidence-based recommendations on ranibizumab (Lucentis) for treating diabetic macular oedema in adults.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Last updated
    26 October 2023
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  22. Endoscopic carbon dioxide laser cricopharyngeal myotomy for relief of oropharyngeal dysphagia (IPG550)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic carbon dioxide laser cricopharyngeal myotomy for relief of oropharyngeal dysphagia in adults. This involves inserting an endoscope (a thin, rigid tube with a camera on the end) through the mouth, and using a carbon dioxide laser to cut through the muscle that runs round the top of the gullet.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 March 2016
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  23. Percutaneous insertion of a cystic duct stent after cholecystostomy for acute calculous cholecystitis (IPG720)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous insertion of a cystic duct stent after cholecystostomy for acute calculous cholecystitis. This involves inserting a tube called a stent into or across the cystic duct. The aim is to allow bile to flow through the tube, bypassing the blockage and preventing further obstruction.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    9 March 2022
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    Sections for IPG720

  24. Liposuction for chronic lymphoedema (IPG723)

    Evidence-based recommendations on liposuction for chronic lymphoedema in adults. This involves using suction to remove fluid and fat through punctures in the skin.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    27 April 2022
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    Sections for IPG723

  25. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage for acute cholecystitis when surgery is not an option (IPG764)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage for acute cholecystitis when surgery is not an option. This involves inserting a stent through an endoscope into the gallbladder.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    22 June 2023
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  26. The adoption of The Sherlock 3CG Tip Confirmation System for placement of peripherally inserted central catheters, at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham

    capacity by creating a more efficient PICC service and improving delays in antibiotics therapy. Stage 1 of the service review involved...

    Shared learning
    Last updated
    23 May 2019

  27. UroShield for preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infections (MTG69)

    Evidence-based recommendations on UroShield for preventing catheter-associated urinary tract infections.

    Medical technologies guidance
    Published
    31 March 2022
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  28. Bevacizumab and cetuximab for the treatment of metastatic colorectal cancer (TA118)

    Evidence-based recommendations on bevacizumab (Avastin) and cetuximab (Erbitux) for treating metastatic colorectal cancer in adults.

    Technology appraisal guidance
    Last updated
    1 January 2012
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  29. Information and support: How does each step in the care pathway for prevention and treatment of early-onset neonatal infection impact on babies and their families?

    guidance details Comes from guidance Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment Number NG195 Date issued

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  30. Care setting: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of different models of care for the prevention and treatment of early-onset neonatal infection?

    guidance details Comes from guidance Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment Number NG195 Date issued

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  31. i STAT CG4+ and CHEM8+ cartridges for point-of-care testing in the emergency department (MIB38)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on i STAT CG4+ and CHEM8+ cartridges for point-of-care testing in the emergency department

    Medtech innovation briefing
    Published
    9 September 2015

  32. Open prenatal repair for open neural tube defects in the fetus (IPG668)

    Evidence-based recommendations on open prenatal repair of open neural tube defects in the fetus. This involves open surgery through the woman’s abdomen to close the gap in the baby’s spine.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    29 January 2020
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  33. Tunnelled peritoneal drainage catheter insertion for refractory ascites in cirrhosis (IPG746)

    Evidence-based recommendations on tunnelled peritoneal drainage catheter insertion for refractory ascites in cirrhosis. This involves inserting a catheter under the skin in the abdomen to drain excess fluid when needed, at home or in community care. The aim is to reduce the need for hospital admissions and improve quality of life.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    23 November 2022
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  34. Valve-in-valve TAVI for aortic bioprosthetic valve dysfunction (IPG653)

    Evidence-based recommendations on valve-in-valve transcatheter aortic valve implantation (ViV-TAVI) for aortic bioprosthetic valve dysfunction in adults. This involves placing a new bioprosthetic valve inside a failing bioprosthetic valve.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    26 June 2019
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  35. Impact of neonatal infection on the baby's family: What is the impact of neonatal infection on the health-related quality of life of the baby's family?

    guidance details Comes from guidance Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment Number NG195 Date issued

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  36. Risk factors for and clinical indicators of early-onset infection: What is the risk of early-onset neonatal infection with maternal obesity and how does this change with increasing body mass index?

    guidance details Comes from guidance Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment Number NG195 Date issued

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  37. Risk factors for and clinical indicators of early-onset infection: What is the accuracy of clinical prediction models for early-onset neonatal infection in the UK and what is their effectiveness in guiding management in the baby?

    guidance details Comes from guidance Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment Number NG195 Date issued

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  38. Risk factors for and clinical indicators of late-onset infection: What is the accuracy of new or existing clinical prediction models for late-onset neonatal infection in the UK and what is their effectiveness in guiding management: - for babies already on a neonatal unit? - for babies admitted from home?

    guidance details Comes from guidance Neonatal infection: antibiotics for prevention and treatment Number NG195 Date issued

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  39. Endoscopic injection of bulking agents for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (IPG55)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic injection of bulking agents for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves injecting a filler into the junction using a catheter to make the entry to the stomach narrower, so that the contents of the stomach cannot pass back.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    28 April 2004
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  40. Liposuction for chronic lipoedema (IPG721)

    Evidence-based recommendations on liposuction for chronic lipoedema in adults. This involves using suction to remove abnormal fat.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    29 March 2022
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    Sections for IPG721

  41. Botulinum toxin type A injections into the urethral sphincter for idiopathic chronic non-obstructive urinary retention (IPG766)

    Evidence-based recommendations on botulinum toxin type A injections into the urethral sphincter for idiopathic chronic non-obstructive urinary retention. This involves injecting botulinum toxin type A into the urethral sphincter.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    28 June 2023
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  42. 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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  43. Derivation of clinical decision rules in suspected sepsis:- Is it possible to derive and validate a set of clinical decision rules or a predictive tool to rule outsepsis which can be applied to patients presenting to hospital; with suspected sepsis?

    lacking as to who can be sent home safely and who needs intravenous or oral antibiotics. The consequences of getting the decision making...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    25 August 2016

  44. Prevention of recurrence of C3 glomerulopathy post-transplant: eculizumab (ESUOM44)

    Summary of the evidence on eculizumab to prevent the recurrence of C3 glomerulopathy post-transplant to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

    Evidence summary
    Published
    26 June 2015

  45. Identifying infection in women with preterm prelabour rupture of membranes (P-PROM):- What is the diagnostic accuracy of serial C-reactive protein testing to identify chorioamnionitis in women with P-PROM?

    of infection allows consideration of therapeutic strategies (including antibiotics and/or early birth). Effective treatment of infection...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    11 December 2015

  46. Optilume for anterior urethral strictures (MIB241)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Optilume for anterior urethral strictures .

    Medtech innovation briefing
    Published
    5 January 2021

  47. 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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    Sections for IPG434

  48. Epiretinal brachytherapy for wet age-related macular degeneration (IPG415)

    Evidence-based recommendations on epiretinal brachytherapy for wet age related macular degeneration. This involves using radiation therapy used to destroy the new blood vessels.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    16 December 2011
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  49. Percutaneous endoscopic colostomy (IPG161)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous endoscopic colostomy. This involves placing a plastic tube in the bowel that runs back through a small opening in the abdomen to allow waste to pass through to a drainage bag worn outside the body.

    Interventional procedures guidance
    Published
    22 March 2006
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  50. Acute hepatic encephalopathy:- In people with cirrhosis and an acute episode of hepatic encephalopathy secondary to a clearly identified, potentially reversible precipitating factor, does management of the precipitating event alone improve the hepatic encephalopathy without specific treatment?

    such as lactulose, although several other agents such as non absorbable antibiotics are also used. However, in approximately 50% of...

    Research recommendation
    Published
    11 January 2024