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Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic pyeloplasty. This involves refashioning the pelviureteric junction (PUJ), operating through several small incisions (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on photodynamic endometrial ablation. This involves using a light-sensitive chemical and laser to destroy the endometrium.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on vagus nerve stimulation for refractory epilepsy in children. This involves placing a device under the skin to send a burst of nerve messages through the nerve.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on radiotherapy for age-related macular degeneration. This involves using radiation to destroy the new blood vessels, with the aim of slowing down sight loss.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 March 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on fallopian tube recanalisation by guidewire. This involves injecting dye through a narrow tube inserted into the fallopian tube and if this does not unblock it, using a guidewire.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on scleral expansion surgery for presbyopia. This involves making small incisions in the eye and inserting bands to stretch part of the sclera.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on therapeutic sialendoscopy. This involves using a flexible tube to enter the salivary gland, and visualise and remove the stone.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 May 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic uterine nerve ablation (LUNA) for chronic pelvic pain. This involves the destruction of a small segment of ligament that carries nerve fibres within the pelvis.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

30 October 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on lumbar subcutaneous shunt. This involves using a shunt to drain excess cerebrospinal fluid away so that it doesn’t damage the brain or eyes.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2004

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

Evidence-based recommendations on minimally invasive oesophagectomy. This involves making small cuts or holes in the chest wall and inserting a camera and other instruments into the chest cavity to carry out the operation.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 September 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on arthroscopic femoro-acetabular surgery for hip impingement syndrome. This involves removing some of the cartilage or bone, with the aim of reshaping the joint surface.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 September 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on drainage, irrigation and fibrinolytic therapy (DRIFT) for post-haemorrhagic hydrocephalus in preterm infants. This involves draining excess CSF from the brain, washing out the blood, and breaking down blood clots using drugs (fibrinolytics).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on magnetic resonance image-guided transcutaneous focused ultrasound for uterine fibroids. This involves using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to locate the fibroids and direct high-intensity ultrasound energy to destroy fibroid tissue.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of endobronchial valves for treatment of persistent air leaks. This involves inserting valves into the airways to reduce or stop air leaks so the rest of the lung can function normally.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2013