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This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing irritable bowel syndrome in adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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Evaluation of guidelines for the use of faecal calprotectin testing in primary care
Patients with a low FC ( 250mcg/g directed to a 'straight to test' urgent colonoscopy at York Hospital or an urgent outpatient review if...
Thousands of lives in England could be saved each year if the NHS follows updated guidance to help it diagnose cancer earlier. Here we outline what the guidance means for GPs.
Evidence-based recommendations on infliximab (Remicade, Inflectra or Remsima), adalimumab (Humira) and golimumab (Simponi) for treating moderate to severe ulcerative colitis in adults, and on infliximab for treating severe active ulcerative colitis in children and young people of 6–17 years.
Combined endoscopic and laparoscopic removal of colonic polyps (IPG503)
Evidence-based recommendations on combined endoscopic and laparoscopic removal of colonic polyps. This involves using an endoscope in the bowel plus keyhole surgery through the skin of the abdomen to remove colonic polyps.
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Faecal calprotectin diagnostic tests for inflammatory diseases of the bowel (DG11)
Evidence-based recommendations on faecal calprotectin tests for distinguishing between inflammatory bowel diseases (such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative
Infliximab and adalimumab for the treatment of Crohn's disease (TA187)
Evidence-based recommendations on infliximab (Remicade) and adalimumab (Humira) for treating severe active Crohn's disease in adults.
Endoscopic submucosal dissection of lower gastrointestinal lesions (IPG335)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic submucosal dissection of lower gastrointestinal lesions. This involves inserting a camera through the anus and injecting a solution to raise the affected area for removal.
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Computed tomographic colonography (virtual colonoscopy) (IPG129)
Evidence-based recommendations on computed tomographic (CT) colonography (virtual colonoscopy). This involves using a CT scanner to help doctors see signs of cancer and detect polyps in the colon.
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Wireless capsule endoscopy for investigation of the small bowel (IPG101)
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.
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Awaiting development [GID-HTE10033] Expected publication date: TBC