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Recommendation ID NG236/3 Question For people after stroke with communication difficulties, what is the optimal tool for assessing...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 January 2024

This guideline covers diagnosing and treating an aneurysmal (caused by a ruptured aneurysm) subarachnoid haemorrhage and its complications. It provides recommendations to improve diagnosis and ensure that the most effective treatments are offered. It includes guidance on follow-up care and information for people (aged 16 and over) who have had an aneurysmal subarachnoid haemorrhage, their families and carers.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

23 November 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on the CoaguChek XS system for self-monitoring coagulation status in adults and children. The recommendations originally included the InRatio2 PT/INR, but this was withdrawn from the market in October 2016 and is not currently available

Result type

Diagnostics guidance

Last updated

19 December 2017

This guideline covers how upper gastrointestinal bleeding can be effectively managed in adults and young people aged 16 years and older. It aims to identify which diagnostic and therapeutic steps are useful so hospitals can develop a structure in which clinical teams can deliver an optimum service for people who develop this condition.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Last updated

25 August 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on edoxaban (Lixiana) for treating deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in adults and preventing them happening again.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

26 August 2015

Awaiting development [GID-TA11283] Expected publication date: TBC

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

Awaiting development

cognitive and psychological therapy compared to usual care for people after a stroke? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) For a short...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 January 2024

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on artificial intelligence for analysing CT brain scans .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

17 March 2020

This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing lower limb peripheral arterial disease in adults (aged 18 and over). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

21 January 2014

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on ReStore Soft Exo-Suit for gait rehabilitation .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

15 December 2020

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rehabilitation for 7 days a week compared to 5 days a week for people after a stroke? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) For a short...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 January 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on carotid artery stent placement for symptomatic extracranial carotid stenosis. This involves using a metal mesh called a stent to widen the narrowed carotid artery.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 April 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on rivaroxaban (Xarelto) for preventing atherothrombotic events, such as heart attack and stroke, after acute coronary syndrome in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

25 March 2015

(non-executive director) Bayer acute stroke trial consultancy. (remunerated – paid to employer)CSL Behring Consultancy advice for...

(non-executive director) Bayer acute stroke trial consultancy. (remunerated – paid to employer)CSL Behring Consultancy advice for...

(non-executive director) Bayer acute stroke trial consultancy. (remunerated – paid to employer)CSL Behring Consultancy advice for...

Find out more about the progress made in implementing NICE guidance on cardiovascular disease prevention

pneumonia after an acute stroke? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) People with dysphagia after an acute stroke are at...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 May 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on extracranial to intracranial bypass for intracranial atherosclerosis. This involves joining a blood vessel from outside the skull to one inside the skull to bypass a narrowed or partially blocked vessel.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

8 November 2017

Question For people with different causes of shoulder pain after stroke, what is the clinical and cost effectiveness of interventions...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 January 2024

when these procedures are carried out within 2 weeks of TIA or recovered stroke? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Carotid stenting...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 May 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on pharyngeal electrical stimulation for neurogenic dysphagia. This involves passing a catheter through the nose and into the throat where it is used to deliver small amounts of electrical current. The current travels from the throat to the brain and stimulates the areas involved in swallowing.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 January 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on endovascular stent insertion for intracranial atherosclerotic disease. This involves inflating a balloon catheter inserted into an artery in the arm or leg, and positioning a stent in the narrowing to maintain improved blood flow.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2012

Evidence-based recommendations on prasugrel (Efient) with percutaneous coronary intervention for treating acute coronary syndromes in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

23 July 2014

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

are detailed. Patients who were on rivaroxaban for lifelong prevention of stroke and systemic embolism in association with atrial...

Result type

Shared learning

Last updated

4 June 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous insertion of a cerebral protection device to prevent cerebral embolism during TAVI in adults. This involves placing a device inside an artery near the heart.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

12 June 2019

under a more unified programme. There was a realisation that AF related stroke was a major problem globally and locally and any measures...

Result type

Shared learning

Last updated

4 March 2022

domains of language (aphasia) for people with communication difficulties after stroke? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) For a short...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 January 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous transarterial carotid artery stent placement for asymptomatic extracranial carotid stenosis. This involves using a wire mesh tube called a stent to widen the narrowed carotid artery.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 November 2023

This guideline covers managing acute painful sickle cell episodes in children, young people and adults who present at hospital, from presentation until when they are discharged. It aims to reduce variation in how acute episodes are managed in hospital, focusing on effective, prompt and safe pain relief.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

27 June 2012

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the ODFS Pace and Pace XL functional electrical stimulation devices for treating drop foot

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

11 March 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on migalastat (Galafold) for treating Fabry disease in people over 16.

Result type

Highly specialised technologies guidance

Published

22 February 2017

A range of fictional scenarios which show how NICE's guidelines and quality standards could be used by social workers in different settings.

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous closure of the patent foramen ovale for the prevention of cerebral embolic stroke. This involves placing a small device into the heart to close the hole.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

18 December 2013

This indicator covers the percentage of patients with diabetes and a history of cardiovascular disease (excluding a history of haemorrhagic stroke) who are currently treated with a statin. It measures outcomes that reflect the quality of care or processes linked by evidence to improved outcomes. This indicator was previously published as NM163

Result type

General practice indicators suitable for use in QOF

Last updated

22 December 2023

In development [GID-TA11512] Expected publication date: TBC

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

In development

This guideline covers multi-component lifestyle weight management services including programmes, courses, clubs or groups provided by the public, private and voluntary sector. The aim is to help people lose weight and become more physically active to reduce the risk of diseases associated with obesity. This includes coronary heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and various cancers.

Result type

Public health guideline

Published

28 May 2014

and the national data shows an increased rate of hospital admissions for stroke. Hypertension is therefore a particular issue for...

Result type

Shared learning

Last updated

14 November 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous occlusion of the left atrial appendage in non-valvular atrial fibrillation for the prevention of thromboembolism. This involves using a special device to block the mouth of the left atrial appendage and stop the blood clot from getting into the bloodstream.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2010

people in 10,000 do not). Aspirin can also make a type of stroke known as haemorrhagic stroke (bleeding inside the brain)...

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Ekso exoskeleton for rehabilitation in people with neurological weakness or paralysis .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

18 January 2017

This guideline covers assessing and managing faecal incontinence (any involuntary loss of faeces that is a social or hygienic problem) in people aged 18 and over. It aims to ensure that staff are aware that faecal incontinence is a sign or a symptom, not a diagnosis. It aims to improve the physical and mental health and quality of life of people with faecal incontinence.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Published

27 June 2007

This indicator covers the percentage of patients with CVD in whom the last recorded LDL cholesterol level (measured in the preceding 12 months) is 2.0 mmol per litre or less, or last recorded non-HDL cholesterol level (measured in the preceding 12 months) is 2.6 mmol per litre or less, if LDL cholesterol is not recorded. It measures outcomes that reflect the quality of care or processes linked by evidence to improved outcomes. This indicator was previously published as NM252

Result type

General practice indicators suitable for use in QOF

Published

13 December 2023

This indicator covers the proportion of adults with a diagnosis of diabetes who have a recording of myocardial infarction (MI), stroke and/or end stage kidney disease. It measures outcomes that reflect the quality of care or processes linked by evidence to improved outcomes. This indicator was previously published as CCG12

Result type

Network / system level indicators

Last updated

5 April 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on transcutaneous neuromuscular electrical stimulation for oropharyngeal dysphagia in adults. This involves electrically stimulating nerves in the throat or neck, while the person swallows. The aim is to strengthen the muscles involved in swallowing.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

19 December 2018

normothermia using temperature modulation devices to improve outcomes after stroke or subarachnoid haemorrhage is inadequate in quality...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

13 August 2021

This guideline covers managing neuropathic pain (nerve pain) with pharmacological treatments (drugs) in adults in non-specialist settings. It aims to improve quality of life for people with conditions such as neuralgia, shingles and diabetic neuropathy by reducing pain and promoting increased participation in all aspects of daily living. The guideline sets out how drug treatments for neuropathic pain differ from traditional pain management.

Result type

Clinical guideline

Last updated

22 September 2020

This quality standard covers road-traffic-related air pollution and its impact on health. It describes high-quality actions in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

28 February 2019