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Evidence-based recommendations on wireless capsule endoscopy for investigation of the small bowel. This involves the person swallowing a small capsule containing a tiny camera that takes pictures as it passes through the body.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

15 December 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on adalimumab (Humira) and dexamethasone (Ozurdex) for treating non-infectious uveitis in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 July 2017

therapy for chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of relaxation therapies for managing chronic primary...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

for chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of psychodynamic psychotherapy for managing chronic primary...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

therapies for chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of manual therapy for managing chronic primary...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic exclusion of the left atrial appendage in atrial fibrillation (with or without other cardiac surgery) for the prevention of thromboembolism. This involves inserting a camera and instruments through small cuts in the chest and closing the left atrial appendage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 June 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous deep venous arterialisation for chronic limb-threatening ischaemia. This involves making a hole between a blocked artery and a vein, allowing the blood to flow into the leg beyond the blockage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

18 October 2023

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 February 2008

chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of repeat courses of acupuncture or dry needling for managing chronic...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of transcranial magnetic stimulation for managing chronic primary...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

mindfulness for chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of mindfulness therapy for managing chronic primary...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

therapy for chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of laser therapy for managing chronic primary...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

neuropathic pain? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is important:- There is evidence suggesting that people with neuropathic...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

This guideline covers safe midwifery staffing in all maternity settings, including at home, in the community, in day assessment units, in obstetric units, and in units led by midwives (both alongside hospitals and free-standing). It aims to improve maternity care by giving advice on monitoring staffing levels and actions to take if there are not enough midwives to meet the needs of women and babies in the service.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

27 February 2015

that influence participation* and quality of life in people with neuropathic pain? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) * The World...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 September 2010

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

This guideline covers recognising, diagnosing and managing attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children, young people and adults. It aims to improve recognition and diagnosis, as well as the quality of care and support for people with ADHD.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

13 September 2019

This guideline covers diagnosis and management of thyroid cancer in people aged 16 and over. It aims to reduce variation in practice and increase the quality of care and survival for people with thyroid cancer.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

19 December 2022

Matron piloted specialist Medicines Management input for case managed patients. This enhanced model of case management was...

Result type

Shared learning

Last updated

13 November 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on single-incision short sling mesh insertion for stress urinary incontinence in women. This involves putting 2 short slings around the tube that carries urine from the bladder to support it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

12 October 2016

This quality standard covers care and support for adults with cerebral palsy (aged 25 and over). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

31 January 2020

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.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 June 2023

Question Monotherapy versus combination therapy for treating neuropathic pain:- What is the clinical effectiveness, cost effectiveness...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing lung cancer in adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Last updated

13 December 2019

critical limb ischaemic pain:- What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of chemical sympathectomy in comparison with other methods of...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

Recommendation ID NG41/1 Question Neuropathic pain relief:- Does early treatment with a centrally acting analgesic (for example...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

4 April 2016

pharmacological drugs for neuropathic pain:- Is there a potential for dependence associated with pharmacological agents for neuropathic...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

reviewing the outcomes. With the revised Motor Neurone Disease: Assessment and Management 2016 NICE guidelines and the support available...

Result type

Shared learning

Published

31 January 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on dostarlimab (Jemperli) for treating advanced or recurrent endometrial cancer with high microsatellite instability or mismatch repair deficiency in adults who have had platinum-based chemotherapy.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

16 March 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on transcutaneous electrical neuromuscular stimulation for urinary incontinence in adults. This involves stimulating nerves and muscles in the pelvic floor to strengthen the muscles and reduce urine leaks.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 August 2022

clinical services. With experience in health economics, research and health management, he maintains a strong interest in research and...

Managing breakthrough pain:- What is the acceptability, safety, and effectiveness of different types of opioid analgesia for...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

15 February 2017

neuropathic pain? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why this is important Combination therapy is commonly prescribed for neuropathic...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

Question Does early intervention to treat neuropathic pain reduce the likelihood of chronic pain? Any explanatory notes(if...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound-guided regional nerve block. This involves using ultrasound guidance to position needles that deliver local anaesthetic in the correct place next to the nerves.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 January 2009

Evidence-based recommendations on ranibizumab (Lucentis) for treating choroidal neovascularisation associated with pathological myopia in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

27 November 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic bipolar radiofrequency ablation for treating biliary obstruction caused by cancer in adults. This involves using heat energy both to clear blockage in the bile ducts before inserting stents and to clear blocked stents.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 May 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on daytime intraoral neuromuscular electrical tongue stimulation using a removable device for obstructive sleep apnoea. This involves placing a mouthpiece around the tongue inside the mouth (intraoral). It delivers electrical stimulation to the muscles of the tongue (neuromuscular). The aim is to reduce airway obstruction during sleep.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 April 2023

neuropathic pain? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) There has been some suggestion that some pharmacological agents for neuropathic...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic excision of mediastinal parathyroid tumours. This involves operating on the tumour using a flexible camera inserted through small cuts in the chest (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

12 December 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on sacral nerve stimulation for urge incontinence and urgency-frequency. This involves placing electrodes and connecting them to an implantable pulse generator.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on Laparoscopic augmentation cystoplasty (including clam cystoplasty). This involves sewing or stapling a tissue graft from a section of the small intestine (ileum), colon or other substitutes to the urinary bladder.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 December 2009

quality of life in neuropathic pain? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Pharmacological agents for neuropathic pain are...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on relugolix–estradiol–norethisterone acetate (Ryeqo) for treating moderate to severe symptoms of uterine fibroids in adults of reproductive age.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

19 October 2022

Question What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of opioids for the management of acute sciatica? Any explanatory notes(if...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

22 January 2021

What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of antidepressants for the management of sciatica? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

26 October 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous venoplasty for chronic cerebrospinal venous insufficiency in people with multiple sclerosis. This involves inserting an inflatable balloon into veins in the neck and chest in an attempt to widen them.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

30 January 2019

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

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 April 2019

should document what happens to all patients presenting with acute chest pain in the chosen clinical settings, to allow investigation of...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015