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Evidence-based recommendations on radiofrequency valvotomy for pulmonary atresia. This involves making a hole in the blocked valve, and inserting and inflating a small balloon to widen it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 October 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous fetal balloon valvuloplasty for pulmonary atresia with intact ventricular septum. This involves opening up the closed pulmonary valve of the babies heart while it is still in the womb using a balloon-like device.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 May 2006

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.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

25 October 2017

Evidence-based recommendations on fetal cystoscopy for the diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary outflow tract obstruction. This involves inserting a tube with a flexible camera through small cuts in the mother's abdomen to identify and open any blockage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 January 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on balloon dilatation of systemic to pulmonary arterial shunts in children. This involves inflating a balloon inserted into the area so blood can flow through more easily.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2004

This guideline covers diagnosing and managing gastro-oesophageal reflux disease in children and young people (under 18s). It aims to raise awareness of symptoms that need investigating and treating, and to reassure parents and carers that regurgitation is common in infants under 1 year.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

9 October 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on fetal vesico–amniotic shunt for lower urinary tract outflow obstruction. This involves inserting a cannula through the mother's abdominal and uterine walls into the amniotic cavity and subsequently into the bladder of the fetus.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

13 December 2006