Search results

Skip to results

Area of interest

Area of interest

Type

Type

Status

Status

Last updated

Last updated

Guidance programme

Advice programme

Showing 4801 to 4850 of 8238 results

  1. Intensive monitoring for people at risk of diabetic foot problems:- Does intensive monitoring of people at risk of diabetic foot disease reduce the morbidity associated with developing the disease and is such monitoring cost effective?

    Recommendation ID NG19/1 Question Intensive monitoring for people at risk of diabetic foot problems:- Does intensive monitoring of people

    Research recommendation
    Published
    12 October 2015

  2. Further research should be in the form of randomised controlled trials or registries. It should report:

    Recommendation ID IPG778 Question Further research should be in the form of randomised controlled trials or registries. It should report:

    Research recommendation
    Published
    11 January 2024

  3. Intermittent urinary catheters: catheter selection:- For patients performing intermittent self-catheterisation over the long term, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness of single-use non-coated versus single-use hydrophilic versus single-use gel reservoir versus reusable non-coated catheters with regard to the following outcomes: symptomatic urinary tract infections, urinary tract infection-associated bacteraemia, mortality, patient comfort and preference, quality of life, and clinical symptoms of urethral damage?

    Recommendation ID CG139/3 Question Intermittent urinary catheters: catheter selection:- For patients performing intermittent self-catheterisation

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  4. NICE encourages further research comparing ultrasound-enhanced, catheter-directed thrombolysis for deep vein thrombosis against catheter-directed thrombolysis alone. Patient selection should be documented, including the duration and extent of thrombosis. The dose of thrombolytic agent used and the duration of thrombolysis should be reported, together with all complications. Outcome measures should include the success of thrombolysis (complete, partial or failed) and long-term sequelae. NICE may update the guidance on publication of further evidence.

    Recommendation ID IPG523/1 Question NICE encourages further research comparing ultrasound-enhanced, catheter-directed thrombolysis for

    Research recommendation
    Published
    5 October 2015

  5. NICE encourages further research into arthroscopic trochleoplasty for patellar instability, including publication of consecutive patient series. Patient selection should be described in detail. Reported outcomes should include functional and quality‑of‑life measures, as well as reoperation rates.

    Recommendation ID IPG474/1 Question NICE encourages further research into arthroscopic trochleoplasty for patellar instability, including

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  6. NICE encourages further research into balloon pulmonary angioplasty for chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension. Details of patient selection, all complications, and subsequent treatments and interventions for pulmonary hypertension should be collected. Reports should include quality-of-life outcomes, long-term efficacy outcomes and survival. NICE may update the guidance on publication of further evidence.

    Recommendation ID IPG554/1 Question NICE encourages further research into balloon pulmonary angioplasty for chronic thromboembolic pulmonary

    Research recommendation
    Published
    4 May 2016

  7. NICE encourages further research into intravesical microwave hyperthermia and chemotherapy for non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Research should include randomised controlled trials, which stratify patients by risk and give adequate follow-up. They should report frequency of adverse events, patientreported outcome measures, overall and disease-free survival and quality of life.

    Recommendation ID IPG628/1 Question NICE encourages further research into intravesical microwave hyperthermia and chemotherapy for non-muscle-invasive

    Research recommendation
    Published
    12 December 2018

  8. NICE encourages further research into CXL using riboflavin and UVA for keratoconus and keratectasia, especially epithelium-on (transepithelial) CXL and the combination (CXL-plus) procedures. Details of the techniques used should be clearly described. Reported outcomes should include visual acuity, corneal topography and quality of life. Data on long-term outcomes for all types of CXL using riboflavin and UVA for keratoconus and keratectasia would be useful – specifically data about prevention of progression to corneal transplantation and about repeat procedures and their efficacy.

    Recommendation ID IPG466/1 Question NICE encourages further research into CXL using riboflavin and UVA for keratoconus and keratectasia

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  9. NICE encourages further research into efficacy of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for acute heart failure. This should include clear documentation of patient selection and indications for the use of ECMO. Outcome measures should include survival, quality of life and neurological status.

    Recommendation ID IPG482/1 Question NICE encourages further research into efficacy of extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) for acute

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  10. NICE encourages further research into low-intensity pulsed ultrasound to promote healing of delayed-union and non-union fractures. Further research should include details of patient selection, fracture site, and risk factors and comorbidities that delay fracture healing.

    Recommendation ID IPG623/1 Question NICE encourages further research into low-intensity pulsed ultrasound to promote healing of delayed-union

    Research recommendation
    Published
    11 December 2018

  11. NICE encourages further research into endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for Barrett's oesophagus with no dysplasia. Studies should define clearly the policies used for histological diagnosis. Outcomes should include complete resolution of Barrett's oesophagus, change and progression to low-grade dysplasia, high-grade dysplasia or cancer. All complications should be reported, particularly development of strictures. Comparative studies against surveillance would be useful.

    Recommendation ID IPG496/1 Question NICE encourages further research into endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for Barrett's oesophagus with

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  12. NICE encourages further research into microinvasive subconjunctival insertion of a trans-scleral gelatin stent for primary open-angle glaucoma, including randomised studies. Further research should include details of patient selection and long-term outcomes.

    Recommendation ID IPG612/1 Question NICE encourages further research into microinvasive subconjunctival insertion of a trans-scleral gelatin

    Research recommendation
    Published
    21 November 2018

  13. NICE encourages further research into endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for squamous dysplasia of the oesophagus, including observational data collection. Studies should clearly define patient selection. Outcomes should include completeness of ablation, resolution of squamous dysplasia, progression to cancer and quality of life. All complications should be reported, particularly development of oesophageal strictures.

    Recommendation ID IPG497/1 Question NICE encourages further research into endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for squamous dysplasia of

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  14. NICE encourages further research into micropressure therapy for refractory Ménière's disease. Research studies should report long-term outcomes, in particular the need for subsequent surgical treatment.

    Recommendation ID IPG426/1 Question NICE encourages further research into micropressure therapy for refractory Ménière's disease. Research

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  15. NICE encourages further research into epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica and may update the guidance on publication of further evidence. Research studies should include details of patient selection, complications and long-term results.

    Recommendation ID IPG570/1 Question NICE encourages further research into epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for

    Research recommendation
    Published
    14 February 2017

  16. NICE encourages further research into extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for Achilles tendinopathy, which may include comparative data collection. Studies should clearly describe patient selection, treatment protocols, use of local anaesthesia and the type and duration of energy applied (see section 3). Studies should include validated outcome measures and have a minimum of 1 year of follow-up. NICE may update the guidance on publication of further evidence.

    Recommendation ID IPG571/1 Question NICE encourages further research into extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for Achilles tendinopathy

    Research recommendation
    Published
    14 February 2017

  17. NICE encourages further research into extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for refractory greater trochanteric pain syndrome. Research studies should clearly describe patient selection, imaging, and treatment protocols. Outcomes should include functional and quality-of-life scores with at least 1 year of follow-up.

    Recommendation ID IPG376/1 Question NICE encourages further research into extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for refractory greater

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  18. NICE encourages further research into normothermic extracorporeal preservation of hearts for transplantation following donation after brainstem death. Outcomes should include primary graft function, graft function in the long term and device-related complications.

    Recommendation ID IPG549/1 Question NICE encourages further research into normothermic extracorporeal preservation of hearts for transplantation

    Research recommendation
    Published
    21 March 2016

  19. NICE encourages further research into optical coherence tomography (OCT) to guide PCI compared against percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) with no intravascular imaging or PCI with intravascular ultrasound. Research outcomes should include data on medium- and long-term clinical outcomes, including the need for revascularisation.

    Recommendation ID IPG481/1 Question NICE encourages further research into optical coherence tomography (OCT) to guide PCI compared against

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  20. NICE encourages further research into percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (PENS) for refractory neuropathic pain, particularly to provide more information about selection criteria and long-term outcomes, with clear documentation of the indications for treatment.

    Recommendation ID IPG450/1 Question NICE encourages further research into percutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (PENS) for refractory

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  21. NICE encourages further research into percutaneous electrothermal treatment of the intervertebral disc  annulus. Further research should document details of patient selection, including the duration of their symptoms. It should report precise details of the technique used for treatment. Outcome measures should include pain relief and quality of life. Long-term follow-up data should include details of any subsequent procedures.

    Recommendation ID IPG544/1 Question NICE encourages further research into percutaneous electrothermal treatment of the intervertebral disc

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 March 2016

  22. NICE encourages further research into percutaneous intradiscal radiofrequency treatment of the intervertebral disc nucleus for low back pain. Further research should include details of patient selection, the duration of patients' symptoms, and a precise account of the technique used for treatment. Outcome measures should include pain relief and quality of life. Long-term follow-up data shouldinclude details of any subsequent procedures.

    Recommendation ID IPG545/1 Question NICE encourages further research into percutaneous intradiscal radiofrequency treatment of the intervertebral

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 March 2016

  23. NICE encourages further research into preoperative high dose rate brachytherapy for rectal cancer. Trials should be designed to provide clear data on the efficacy of this procedure, whether or not other adjunctive treatments are used. Research should document adjunctive treatments and details of patient selection. Outcomes should include local recurrence, survival, disease-free survival and quality of life. NICE may update the guidance on publication of further evidence.

    Recommendation ID IPG531/1 Question NICE encourages further research into preoperative high dose rate brachytherapy for rectal cancer.

    Research recommendation
    Published
    12 October 2015

  24. NICE encourages further research into processed nerve allografts to repair peripheral nerve discontinuities. This should include information on the type of nerve repaired, the anatomical site, the size of the defect, patient reported outcome measures, functional outcomes, time to recovery and long-term outcomes (12 months to 18 months).

    Recommendation ID IPG597/1 Question NICE encourages further research into processed nerve allografts to repair peripheral nerve discontinuities

    Research recommendation
    Published
    18 October 2018

  25. NICE encourages further research into radiofrequency ablation for gastric antral vascular ectasia and collaborative publication of data from local audit. Patient selection should be clearly documented, including details of prior treatments. Outcomes should include success and duration of effect in controlling bleeding and the effect of this on the need for blood transfusion. All complications should be reported. NICE may update the guidance on publication of further evidence.

    Recommendation ID IPG520/1 Question NICE encourages further research into radiofrequency ablation for gastric antral vascular ectasia and

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 October 2015

  26. NICE encourages further research into radiofrequency ablation of the soft palate for snoring. This could take the form of data collection, with the specific aim of documenting long-term outcomes and the need for further treatment.

    Recommendation ID IPG476/1 Question NICE encourages further research into radiofrequency ablation of the soft palate for snoring. This

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  27. NICE encourages further research into radiofrequency treatment for haemorrhoids, preferably randomised controlled trials. It may update the guidance on publication of further evidence. Outcomes should include pain, secondary haemorrhage, recurrence rate, the need for repeat procedures and quality-of-life measures. Details of patient selection should also be reported.

    Recommendation ID IPG589/1 Question NICE encourages further research into radiofrequency treatment for haemorrhoids, preferably randomised

    Research recommendation
    Published
    15 October 2018

  28. NICE encourages further research into single-anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy (SADI-S) for treating morbid obesity, particularly research examining long-term outcomes. NICE may update the guidance on publication of further evidence.

    Recommendation ID IPG569/1 Question NICE encourages further research into single-anastomosis duodeno-ileal bypass with sleeve gastrectomy

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 February 2017

  29. NICE encourages further research into the effects of uterine artery embolisation compared with other procedures to treat adenomyosis, particularly for patients wishing to maintain or improve their fertility.

    Recommendation ID IPG473/1 Question NICE encourages further research into the effects of uterine artery embolisation compared with other

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  30. Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-2) for people with suspected anxiety disorders:- In people with suspected anxiety disorders, what is the clinical utility of using the GAD-2 compared with routine case identification to accurately identify different anxiety disorders? Should an avoidance question be added to improve case identification?

    Recommendation ID CG123/3 Question Generalized Anxiety Disorder scale (GAD-2) for people with suspected anxiety disorders:- In people with

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  31. Geriatric assessment and care:- What is the cost-effectiveness of comprehensive geriatric assessment and care on specialist units compared with alternative models of care on general wards?

    Recommendation ID NG27/4 Question Geriatric assessment and care:- What is the cost-effectiveness of comprehensive geriatric assessment

    Research recommendation
    Published
    29 January 2016

  32. Glucose concentration:- What is the most appropriate glucose concentration in IV fluids for children and young people of different ages?

    Recommendation ID NG29/2 Question Glucose concentration:- What is the most appropriate glucose concentration in IV fluids for children

    Research recommendation
    Published
    28 January 2016

  33. In women with type 1 diabetes who are planning to become pregnant, what is the most effective method of glucose monitoring to improve maternal and baby outcomes: continuous glucose monitoring flash glucose monitoring intermittent capillary blood glucose monitoring?

    Recommendation ID NG3/6 Question In women with type 1 diabetes who are planning to become pregnant, what is the most effective method of

    Research recommendation
    Published
    22 January 2021

  34. Glycated haemoglobin testing:- Does optimisation of HbA1c in people with poorly controlled diabetes improve surgical outcomes?

    Recommendation ID NG45/3 Question Glycated haemoglobin testing:- Does optimisation of HbA1c in people with poorly controlled diabetes improve

    Research recommendation
    Published
    4 May 2016

  35. Hand decontamination:- When clean running water is not available, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness of using wipes, gels, handrubs or other products to remove visible contamination?

    Recommendation ID CG139/2 Question Hand decontamination:- When clean running water is not available, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  36. What are the harms and adverse effects associated with different digital and mobile health behaviour change interventions?

    Recommendation ID NG183/5 Question What are the harms and adverse effects associated with different digital and mobile health behaviour

    Research recommendation
    Published
    26 October 2020

  37. What is the health impact of exposure to individual air pollutants alone or combined with each other in the home?

    Recommendation ID NG149/1 Question What is the health impact of exposure to individual air pollutants alone or combined with each other

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 February 2020

  38. Ultrasound for determining a viable intrauterine pregnancy: How does the timing and frequency of ultrasound examination affect diagnosis and outcomes of early pregnancy complications, including women's experience and cost effectiveness?

    Recommendation ID NG126/02 Question Ultrasound for determining a viable intrauterine pregnancy: How does the timing and frequency of ultrasound

    Research recommendation
    Published
    17 December 2021

  39. How do financial factors (including incentives, pricing and taxation of food and incentives, and pricing for physical activity opportunities) affect food and physical activity choices?

    Recommendation ID PH35/5 Question How do financial factors (including incentives, pricing and taxation of food and incentives, and pricing

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  40. Using and safeguarding social media in contact with birth parents: How does social media contribute to contact arrangements for looked-after children and young people, and how can this be safeguarded?

    Recommendation ID NG205/04 Question Using and safeguarding social media in contact with birth parents: How does social media contribute

    Research recommendation
    Published
    5 November 2021

  41. How do individual and local factors influence the effectiveness of specific approaches to encouraging walking or cycling?

    Recommendation ID PH41/3 Question How do individual and local factors influence the effectiveness of specific approaches to encouraging

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  42. How does the duration and frequency of brief advice influence its effectiveness and cost effectiveness? For example, do 'micro interventions' of less than 1–2 minutes have an impact on physical activity?

    Recommendation ID PH44/1 Question How does the duration and frequency of brief advice influence its effectiveness and cost effectiveness

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  43. Shared decision making in remote discussions: How do shared decision-making skills and techniques need to be modified for remote discussions?

    Recommendation ID NG197/5 Question Shared decision making in remote discussions: How do shared decision-making skills and techniques need

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 August 2021

  44. How do socioeconomic, environmental, biological and psychosocial factors determine diet and physical activity behaviours and how do they contribute to differences in the risk of developing type 2 diabetes?

    Recommendation ID PH35/4 Question How do socioeconomic, environmental, biological and psychosocial factors determine diet and physical

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  45. Length of postpartum stay and first midwife visit after transfer of care: How does the length of postpartum stay and the timing of the first midwife visit after transfer of care affect unplanned or emergency health contacts for women and babies?

    Recommendation ID NG194/1 Question Length of postpartum stay and first midwife visit after transfer of care: How does the length of postpartum

    Research recommendation
    Published
    6 August 2021

  46. How do the following factors affect the nursing staff requirement at ward level in the UK? - Patient factors - Patients' nursing needs (sometimes referred to as acuity and dependency) - Time of day - Ward layout and size (including the use of single rooms) - Ward level team leadership and management - Organisational training approaches - Organisational policies and procedures (for example, productive ward, Lean)

    Recommendation ID SG1/2 Question How do the following factors affect the nursing staff requirement at ward level in the UK? - Patient factors

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015

  47. Characteristics of a person delivering an intervention:- How do the professional characteristics of pharmacy staff affect the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of delivering information, advice, education or behavioural support to underserved groups and the general population? (Characteristics include, for example, job roles such as health champion, as well as competencies and level of training.)

    Recommendation ID NG102/4 Question Characteristics of a person delivering an intervention:- How do the professional characteristics of

    Research recommendation
    Published
    12 December 2018

  48. Differing intervention effects in different groups: How do the same shared decision-making interventions differ in effectiveness between different groups of people and different care settings?

    Recommendation ID NG197/1 Question Differing intervention effects in different groups: How do the same shared decision-making interventions

    Research recommendation
    Published
    10 August 2021

  49. Health and wellbeing interventions:- How effective and cost effective are awareness raising, advice and education or behavioural support interventions delivered by community pharmacy teams to improve health and behavioural outcomes in underserved groups and the general population?

    Recommendation ID NG102/2 Question Health and wellbeing interventions:- How effective and cost effective are awareness raising, advice

    Research recommendation
    Published
    12 December 2018

  50. How effective and cost effective are behaviour change interventions delivered remotely (that is, by telephone, text message, phone and tablet apps or the internet)? How does this vary among behaviours and among people from different sociodemographic groups?

    Recommendation ID PH49/6 Question How effective and cost effective are behaviour change interventions delivered remotely (that is, by telephone

    Research recommendation
    Published
    9 June 2015