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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

important:- Endometriosis is a long-term condition that can cause acute and chronic pain, and fatigue. It has a significant and...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

15 October 2018

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

chronic primary pain: What is the clinical and cost effectiveness of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for insomnia or CBT for...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

6 August 2021

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

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 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

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

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Last updated

20 May 2024

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

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 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 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

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 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

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 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

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

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

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

This guideline covers keeping adults in care homes safe from abuse and neglect. It includes potential indicators of abuse and neglect by individuals or organisations, and covers the safeguarding process from when a concern is first identified through to section 42 safeguarding enquiries. There are recommendations on policy, training, and care home culture, to improve care home staff awareness of safeguarding and ensure people can report concerns when needed.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

26 February 2021

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

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

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

Evidence-based recommendations on rimegepant (Vydura) for preventing migraine in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

5 July 2023

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

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

Evidence-based recommendations on Holoclar (a layer of cells grown from cells taken from your own eye) for treating limbal stem cell deficiency in adults with eye burns.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

16 August 2017

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

This guideline covers organising and delivering end of life care services, which provide care and support in the final weeks and months of life (or for some conditions, years), and the planning and preparation for this. It aims to ensure that people have access to the care that they want and need in all care settings. It also includes advice on services for carers.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

16 October 2019

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

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 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

Evidence-based recommendations on degarelix (Firmagon) for advanced hormone-dependent prostate cancer in adults with spinal metastases.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

24 August 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on upadacitinib (Rinvoq) for treating active psoriatic arthritis in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

2 February 2022

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

patients are comfortable and have timely and effective symptom control and pain relief. The likelihood of patients remaining...

Result type

Shared learning

Last updated

10 May 2021

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