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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous radiofrequency ablation for primary or secondary lung cancers. This involves inserting 1 or more electrodes (needle-like probes) through the chest into the lung and using an electrical current to produce heat to destroy the cancer cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

15 December 2010

in people receiving breast construction- What is the effectiveness of radiotherapy given in 26 Gy in 5 fractions over 1 week compared...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

7 August 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on low-energy contact X-ray brachytherapy for rectal cancer. This involves inserting an X-ray tube through the anus into the rectum. The tube is placed in contact with the tumour and releases a low dose of X-ray radiation (brachytherapy) directly to it.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

13 November 2025

scheduled follow-up for people treated with radical cystectomy or radical radiotherapy for organ-confined, muscle-invasive bladder...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

regimen in people receiving nodal irradiation- What is the effectiveness of radiotherapy given in 26 Gy in 5 fractions over 1 week...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

7 August 2023

efficacy of biodegradable spacer insertion to reduce rectal toxicity during radiotherapy for prostate cancer is limited in quality....

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 March 2023

Awaiting development Reference number: GID-TA11747 Expected publication date:  14 April 2027

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

Awaiting development

Evidence-based recommendations on cyanoacrylate instillation for occlusion of parotid sinuses. This involves injecting a solution of lipiodiol and cyanoacrylate via the sinus into the parotid gland, sealing the sinus.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

25 February 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic therapy for bile duct cancer. This involves injecting a photosensitising agent into the body that is then activated by a small laser to destroy cancer cells and shrink the blockage.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 July 2005

This guideline covers assessing and managing faecal incontinence (any involuntary loss of faeces that is a social or hygienic problem) in people aged 18 and over. It aims to ensure that staff are aware that faecal incontinence is a sign or a symptom, not a diagnosis. It aims to improve the physical and mental health and quality of life of people with faecal incontinence.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

27 June 2007

Awaiting development Reference number: GID-TA11199 Expected publication date: TBC

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

Awaiting development

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on AlignRT for intracranial stereotactic radiosurgery .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

16 May 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on interstitial laser therapy for breast cancer. This involves using laser energy to destroying the cancer cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 September 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency ablation for the treatment of colorectal liver metastases. This involves using heat to destroy cancer cells in the liver.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

16 December 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic transsphenoidal pituitary adenoma resection. This involves inserting a tube into the nostril towards the tumour base and removing the tumour using specialised surgical instruments.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

17 December 2003