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Appendix A: Topics for the pilot programme
Appendix A: Topics for the pilot programme
The topics that have been identified for the 1-year pilot programme for clinical guideline updates using standing committees are:
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Advanced breast cancer – Management of lymphoedema.
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Irritable bowel syndrome – Antidepressants, relaxation and biofeedback for the management of irritable bowel syndrome.
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Long-acting reversible contraception – Progestogen-only subdermal implants.
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Glaucoma (chronic open angle) and ocular hypertension – Treatment options for people with ocular hypertension and chronic open angle glaucoma, and clarification of the referral threshold for patients to the hospital eye service.
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Colorectal cancer – Organisation and management of services for early rectal cancer and the arrangement of services for the management of bowel obstruction caused by colon cancer.