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Evidence-based recommendations on PeritX for vacuum-assisted drainage of treatment-resistant, recurrent malignant ascites.
This quality standard covers referral and assessment for intermediate care and how to deliver the service. It covers bed-based intermediate care, crisis response, home-based intermediate care and reablement. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement. It does not cover rehabilitation for specific conditions.
Hyperparathyroidism (primary): diagnosis, assessment and initial management (NG132)
This guideline covers diagnosing, assessing and managing primary hyperparathyroidism. It aims to improve recognition and treatment of this condition, reducing long-term complications and improving quality of life.
Evidence-based recommendations on idebenone (Raxone) for treating visual impairment in Leber’s hereditary optic neuropathy in people 12 years and over.
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Evidence-based recommendations on apremilast (Otezla) for treating active psoriatic arthritis.
Evidence-based recommendations on holmium laser prostatectomy. This involves using heat from a laser to break down the extra tissue in the prostate.
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Targeted muscle reinnervation for managing limb amputation pain (HTG750)
Evidence-based recommendations on targeted muscle reinnervation for managing limb amputation pain. This involves attaching nerves that were cut during limb amputation to other nerves in nearby muscles.
Managed access allows people to access promising new treatments that would otherwise not be recommended because it is too uncertain whether the treatment is cost-effective.
Evidence-based recommendations on dabrafenib (Finlee) with trametinib (Spexotras) for treating BRAF V600E mutation-positive glioma in children and young people aged 1 year and over.
This guideline covers parenteral nutrition (intravenous feeding) for babies born preterm, up to 28 days after their due birth date and babies born at term, up to 28 days after their birth. Parenteral nutrition is often needed by preterm babies, critically ill babies, and babies who need surgery.
Heart valve disease presenting in adults: investigation and management (NG208)
This guideline covers investigation and management of heart valve disease presenting in adults. It aims to improve quality of life and survival for people with heart valve disease through timely diagnosis and appropriate intervention.
Direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant (HTG732)
Evidence-based recommendations on direct skeletal fixation of limb prostheses using an intraosseous transcutaneous implant. This involves inserting a metal implant through the skin and into the centre of the bone of the stump and attaching a prosthetic limb to it.
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Neurostimulation of lumbar muscles for refractory non-specific chronic low back pain (HTG641)
Evidence-based recommendations on neurostimulation of lumbar muscles for refractory non-specific chronic low back pain in adults. This involves implanting a pulse generator under the skin of the upper buttock or lower back, which the person can use to manage their pain.
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Integrated health and social care for people experiencing homelessness (NG214)
This guideline covers providing integrated health and social care services for people experiencing homelessness. It aims to improve access to and engagement with health and social care, and ensure care is coordinated across different services.
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.
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Evidence-based recommendations on trifluridine–tipiracil (Lonsurf) for treating metastatic gastric cancer or gastro-oesophageal junction adenocarcinoma in adults after 2 or more treatments.
Dupilumab for treating moderate to severe prurigo nodularis (TA955)
Evidence-based recommendations on dupilumab (Dupixent) for treating moderate to severe prurigo nodularis in adults when systemic treatment is suitable.
Filgotinib for treating moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (TA792)
Evidence-based recommendations on filgotinib (Jyseleca) for moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis in adults when conventional or biological treatment cannot be tolerated, or the disease has responded inadequately or lost response to treatment.
prognosis, make plans for the rest of their life and have a well-prepared and dignified transition into the end of life...
Evidence-based recommendations on trastuzumab deruxtecan (Enhertu) for HER2-low metastatic or unresectable breast cancer after chemotherapy in adults.
Evidence-based recommendations on olipudase alfa (Xenpozyme) for treating acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (Niemann–Pick disease) in people with type AB or type B.
Belimumab for treating active autoantibody-positive systemic lupus erythematosus (TA752)
Evidence-based recommendations on belimumab (Benlysta) for treating active autoantibody-positive systemic lupus erythematosus.
Evidence-based recommendations on tisagenlecleucel (Kymriah) for treating relapsed or refractory B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in people 25 years and under.
Maribavir for treating refractory cytomegalovirus infection after transplant (TA860)
Evidence-based recommendations on maribavir (Livtencity) for cytomegalovirus infection in adults after transplant.
Intramedullary distraction for upper limb lengthening (HTG621)
Evidence-based recommendations on intramedullary distraction for upper limb lengthening in children, young people and adults. This involves surgically inserting a metal lengthening device in the shorter arm.
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Tunnelled peritoneal drainage catheter insertion for refractory ascites in cirrhosis (HTG648)
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.
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Intrabeam radiotherapy system for adjuvant treatment of early breast cancer (TA501)
Evidence-based recommendations on using Intrabeam radiotherapy during breast-conserving surgery in adults.
Tocilizumab for the treatment of systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis (TA238)
Evidence-based recommendations on tocilizumab (RoActemra), for treating systemic juvenile idiopathic arthritis in people aged 2 and over.
maintaining high-flow nasal oxygen at home for patients who wish their end of life care to occur at home. Source guidance details Comes...
secretions:- In people considered to be in the last few hours and days of life, are antisecretory anti-muscarinic drugs (used alongside...
Endoscopic injection of bulking agents for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (HTG28)
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.
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Endoluminal gastroplication for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (HTG661)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoluminal gastroplication for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves an endoscopic fastening device being inserted through the mouth and into the stomach, along with an endoscope for constant visualisation. The device is used to attach the fundus to the anterior and left lateral wall of the distal oesophagus slightly above the oesophagogastric junction.
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Fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant for treating recurrent non-infectious uveitis (TA590)
Evidence-based recommendations on fluocinolone acetonide intravitreal implant (Iluvien) for treating recurrent non-infectious uveitis in adults.
Omalizumab for treating severe persistent allergic asthma (TA278)
Evidence-based recommendations on omalizumab (Xolair) for treating severe persistent allergic asthma in people aged 6 and over.
Evidence-based recommendations on olaparib (Lynparza) with bevacizumab (Avastin) for high-grade epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube or primary peritoneal cancer in adults.
Evidence-based recommendations on benralizumab (Fasenra) for treating relapsing or refractory eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis in adults.
Evidence-based recommendations on collagen paste for closing an anal fistula in adults. This involves using the paste to fill the fistula to seal it. The aim is to encourage healing.
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UroLift for treating lower urinary tract symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (HTG578)
Evidence-based recommendations on UroLift for treating lower urinary tract symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Nintedanib for treating idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (TA379)
Evidence-based recommendations on nintedanib (Ofev) for adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Ravulizumab for treating atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome (TA710)
Evidence-based recommendations on ravulizumab (Ultomiris) for treating atypical haemolytic uraemic syndrome in people weighing 10 kg or more.
Highly specialised technologies evaluation committee members
Biographies for each member of the highly specialised technologies evaluation committee.
Highly specialised technologies evaluation committee members
Biographies for each member of the highly specialised technologies evaluation committee.
Evidence-based recommendations on entecavir for treating chronic hepatitis B in adults.
This quality standard covers the clinical assessment and management of depression in adults aged 18 and over. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statements
- Quality statement 1: Assessment
- Quality statement 2: Discussing treatment options
- Quality statement 3: Preventing relapse
- Quality statement 4: Stopping antidepressants
- Quality statement 5: Access to services for adults from minority ethnic backgrounds
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Relugolix–estradiol–norethisterone for treating symptoms of endometriosis (TA1057)
Evidence-based recommendations on relugolix–estradiol–norethisterone (Ryeqo) for treating symptoms of endometriosis in adults of reproductive age.
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This guideline covers investigating all suspected thyroid disease and managing primary thyroid disease (related to the thyroid rather than the pituitary gland). It does not cover managing thyroid cancer or thyroid disease in pregnancy. It aims to improve quality of life by making recommendations on diagnosis, treatment, long-term care and support.
Evidence-based recommendations on erdafitinib (Balversa) for treating unresectable or metastatic urothelial cancer with FGFR3 alterations after a PD-1 or PD-L1 inhibitor in adults.
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Type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults: high-strength insulin glargine 300 units/ml (Toujeo) (ESNM65)
Summary of the evidence on high-strength insulin glargine 300 units/ml (Toujeo) for type 2 diabetes mellitus to inform local NHS planning and decision-making
Summary of the evidence on oxybutynin for treating hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) to inform local NHS planning and decision-making
Evidence-based recommendations on vadadustat (Vafseo) for treating symptomatic anaemia in adults having dialysis for chronic kidney disease.