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This quality standard covers assessing, diagnosing and managing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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- Quality statement 1: Diagnosis with spirometry
- Quality statement 2: Inhaler technique
- Quality statement 3: Assessment for long-term oxygen therapy
- Quality statement 4: Pulmonary rehabilitation for stable COPD and exercise limitation
- Quality statement 5: Pulmonary rehabilitation after an acute exacerbation
- Quality statement 6: Emergency oxygen during an exacerbation
- Quality statement 7: Non-invasive ventilation
This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing cystic fibrosis in infants, children, young people and adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
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Diarrhoea and vomiting caused by gastroenteritis in under 5s: diagnosis and management (CG84)
This guideline covers diagnosing, managing and referring infants and young children younger than 5 years who present with acute diarrhoea (lasting up to 14 days) with or without vomiting. It aims to improve the diagnosis and management of infective gastroenteritis and appropriate escalation of care.
This guideline covers managing lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in men over 18. It aims to improve the quality of life for men with LUTS by recommending which assessments they should receive, and when conservative management, drug treatment and surgery can help.
Endobronchial nerve ablation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (HTG604)
Evidence-based recommendations endobronchial nerve ablation for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. This involves destroying (ablating) the nerves on the outside of the airway (endobronchial nerves) to improve breathing.
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This guideline covers assessing and managing food allergy in children and young people under 19. It aims to improve symptoms such as faltering growth and eczema by offering advice on how to identify food allergy and when to refer to secondary or specialist care.
Irritable bowel syndrome in adults: diagnosis and management (CG61)
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in people aged 18 and over. It details how to accurately diagnose IBS, and aims to improve the quality of life for adults with IBS by promoting effective management using dietary and lifestyle advice, pharmacological therapy and referral for psychological interventions.
This quality standard covers diagnosing and managing irritable bowel syndrome in adults. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.
Insertion of metal rib reinforcements to stabilise a flail chest wall (HTG234)
Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of metal rib reinforcements to stabilise a flail chest wall. This involves using metal (usually titanium) to stabilise the ‘flail’ segment of chest wall.
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XprESS multi sinus dilation system for treating chronic sinusitis (HTG424)
Evidence-based recommendations on the XprESS multi-sinus dilation system for treating chronic sinusitis after medical treatment has failed.
Evidence-based recommendations on transvaginal laser therapy for urogenital atrophy. This involves using a laser in the vagina to increase its strength and elasticity, to improve symptoms of urogenital atrophy.
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Endobronchial valve insertion to reduce lung volume in emphysema (HTG457)
Evidence-based recommendations on endobronchial valve insertion to reduce lung volume in emphysema. This involves placing small one-way valves in some airways leading to damaged parts of the lungs.
Complete cytoreduction for pseudomyxoma peritonei (Sugarbaker technique) (HTG29)
Evidence-based recommendations on complete cytoreduction for pseudomyxoma peritonei (Sugarbaker technique). This involves complete surgical tumour removal with intraoperative heated chemotherapy, and is followed by postoperative intraperitoneal chemotherapy.
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NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Proov Confirm for ovulation confirmation .
Guidance on the use of liquid-based cytology for cervical screening (TA69)
Evidence-based recommendations on using liquid-based cytology for cervical screening in adults.
Transabdominal artificial bowel sphincter implantation for faecal incontinence (HTG177)
Evidence-based recommendations on transabdominal artifical bowel sphincter implantation for faecal incontinence. This involves inserting an artificial sphincter through a cut in the abdomen.
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Laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy for internal rectal prolapse (HTG475)
Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic ventral mesh rectopexy for internal rectal prolapse in adults. This involves using a piece of sterile material (mesh) to attach the rectum to the lower back bone using keyhole surgery.
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Combined endoscopic and laparoscopic removal of colonic polyps (HTG354)
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.
This guideline sets out an antimicrobial prescribing strategy for acute cough associated with an upper respiratory tract infection or acute bronchitis in adults, young people and children. It aims to limit antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance.
Endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps (HTG439)
Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic full thickness removal of non-lifting colonic polyps. This involves using a special device to remove the polyp and seal the bowel wall closed afterwards.
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Upadacitinib for previously treated moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (TA905)
Evidence-based recommendations on upadacitinib (Rinvoq) for previously treated moderately to severely active Crohn’s disease in adults.
time to open the bowels, bleeding from the back passage (anus) or passing mucus. 11 Possible complications after sacrocolpopexy with...
to the toilet in time, bleeding from the back passage (anus) or passing mucus. NICE thinks that constipation is more likely after sacro-...
This guideline covers diagnosing and treating fertility problems. It aims to reduce variation in practice and improve the way fertility problems are investigated and managed.
Otovent nasal balloon for otitis media with effusion (MIB59)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Otovent nasal balloon for otitis media with effusion
Ambu aScope 4 Broncho for routine diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy (MIB314)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Ambu aScope 4 Broncho for routine diagnostic and therapeutic bronchoscopy .
Evidence-based recommendations on ivacaftor–tezacaftor–elexacaftor (Kaftrio) plus ivacaftor (Kalydeco), tezacaftor–ivacaftor (Symkevi) plus ivacaftor, and lumacaftor–ivacaftor (Orkambi) for treating cystic fibrosis.
bowels, not getting to the toilet in time, bleeding from the anus or passing mucus. : There may not be an obvious cause for some other...
NaviCam for diagnosing gastrointestinal tract conditions (MIB104)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on NaviCam for diagnosing gastrointestinal tract conditions .
Risankizumab for previously treated moderately to severely active Crohn's disease (TA888)
Evidence-based recommendations on risankizumab (Skyrizi) for previously treated moderately to severely active Crohn's disease in people 16 years and over.
This guideline covers the diagnosis and management of diverticular disease in people aged 18 years and over. It aims to improve diagnosis and care and help people get timely information and advice, including advice about symptoms and when to seek help.
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Secca System for faecal incontinence
This guideline covers diagnosing and managing cystic fibrosis. It specifies how to monitor the condition and manage the symptoms to improve quality of life. There are also detailed recommendations on treating the most common infections in people with cystic fibrosis.
Hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes (TA943)
Evidence-based recommendations on hybrid closed loop systems for managing blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes.
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on The Vest for delivering high-frequency chest wall oscillation in people with complex neurological needs .
Urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women: management (NG123)
This guideline covers assessing and managing urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women aged 18 and over. It also covers complications associated with mesh surgery for these conditions.
BD MAX Enteric Bacterial Panel for identifying pathogens in contagious gastroenteritis (MIB32)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on BD MAX Enteric Bacterial Panel for identifying pathogens in contagious gastroenteritis .
Ritlecitinib for treating severe alopecia areata in people 12 years and over (TA958)
Evidence-based recommendations on ritlecitinib (Litfulo) for treating severe alopecia areata in people 12 years and over.
Active B12 assay for diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency (MIB40)
NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Active-B12 assay for diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency
This guideline covers the routine postnatal care that women and their babies should receive in the first 8 weeks after the birth. It includes the organisation and delivery of postnatal care, identifying and managing common and serious health problems in women and their babies, how to help parents form strong relationships with their babies, and baby feeding. The recommendations on emotional attachment and baby feeding also cover the antenatal period.
Some people with cystic fibrosis are set to benefit from a new once-daily triple therapy treatment, following NICE's recommendation of Alyftrek in final draft guidance published today.