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Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency ablation of the soft palate for snoring. This involves using an electrode device to puncture and send radiofrequency energy into the soft palate to scar and tighten it.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 January 2014

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

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

17 April 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on infracoccygeal sacropexy using mesh to repair uterine prolapse in women. This involves attaching mesh from the buttocks to the top of the vagina to hold the uterus in place.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 June 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on Alpha-Stim AID for managing anxiety disorders.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

8 March 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on coil embolisation of ruptured intracranial aneurysms. This involves passing a thin tube through the body to place coils inside the aneurysm.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

26 January 2005

This guideline covers road speed limits, 20 mph zones and engineering measures to reduce speed or make routes safer.

Result type

Public health guideline

Published

24 November 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on cabozantinib (Cabometyx) for advanced hepatocellular carcinoma in adults who have had sorafenib.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

14 December 2022

This quality standard covers care after emergency treatment for suspected anaphylaxis, including assessment and referral to specialist allergy services. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Last updated

31 July 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on bilateral cervicosacropexy (CESA) or vaginosacropexy (VASA) using mesh for pelvic organ prolapse in adults. This involves replacing weakened or stretched ligaments that support the uterus and hold the pelvic organs in place with mesh tape.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

4 March 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on lateral interbody fusion in the lumbar spine for low back pain in adults. This involves removing the damaged disc and fixing parts of the spine together, to relieve pain.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 February 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on arthroscopic trochleoplasty for patellar instability. This involves reshaping the bony anatomy of the trochlea by deepening the groove or elevating the lateral wall.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 January 2014

The appeal panel is drawn from a group of people approved by the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care to hear appeals.

Evidence-based recommendations on transperineal biopsy for diagnosing prostate cancer.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

1 June 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on cryotherapy for malignant endobronchial obstruction. This involves using cold temperatures to destroy the cancer tissue that’s causing a blockage.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 November 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on pressurised intraperitoneal aerosol chemotherapy for peritoneal carcinomatosis in adults. This involves spraying the inside of the peritoneal cavity with chemotherapy.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 October 2020