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Evidence-based recommendations on balloon kyphoplasty for vertebral compression fractures. This involves inflating baloon-like devices placed into the collapsed vertebra until it reaches normal height, after which they are removed and replaced with a special cement.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

26 April 2006

Summary of the evidence on ceftolozane/tazobactam for treating complicated intra-abdominal infections to inform local NHS planning and decision-making

Result type

Evidence summary

Published

9 June 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on viscoelastometric point-of-care testing devices (the ROTEM, TEG and Sonoclot systems).

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

20 August 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on elranatamab (Elrexfio) for treating relapsed and refractory multiple myeloma after 3 or more treatments in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

11 December 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of a magnetic-bead band for faecal incontinence. This involves placing a ring of magnetic beads into a tunnel made around the anus to prevent incontinence.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 March 2014

This guideline sets out an antimicrobial prescribing strategy for acute prostatitis. It aims to optimise antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance.

Result type

Antimicrobial prescribing guideline

Published

31 October 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on deep brain stimulation for intractable trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias. This involves delivering electrical impulses to a precise area of the brain using an electrode to mask the pain.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 March 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on brachytherapy as the sole method of adjuvant radiotherapy for breast cancer after local excision. This involves inserting radioactive sources into the space in the breast where tissue has been removed to minimise the chances of the cancer coming back.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 July 2008

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Shiley Endotracheal Tube with TaperGuard Cuff .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

2 March 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on inducing and maintaining normothermia using temperature modulation devices after stroke or subarachnoid haemorrhage in adults. This involves cooling the body using pads placed on the skin or tubes put into the body.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

28 July 2021

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

Evidence-based recommendations on sacrocolpopexy with hysterectomy using mesh to repair uterine prolapse. This involves attaching mesh from the top of the vagina to the base of the spine to support the pelvic organs after the womb has been removed.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 March 2017

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Kendall DL for ECG monitoring in people having cardiac surgery .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

18 March 2019

This guideline covers diagnosing, monitoring and managing asthma in adults, young people and children. It aims to improve the accuracy of diagnosis, help people to control their asthma and reduce the risk of asthma attacks. It does not cover managing severe asthma or acute asthma attacks.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

27 November 2024

This quality standard covers diagnosing, assessing and managing cerebral palsy in children and young people under 25. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

10 October 2017