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Evidence-based recommendations on phrenic nerve pacing for ventilator-dependent high cervical spinal cord injury. This involves stimulating the phrenic nerve to make the diaphragm contract, helping people to breathe without a ventilator.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

21 August 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on single-step scaffold insertion for repairing symptomatic chondral knee defects. This involves inserting a scaffold into the damaged area of the knee to support regrowth and repair of the cartilage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

3 September 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of hydrogel keratoprosthesis. This involves putting an artificial cornea into place in a pocket made in the front part of the eye.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radiofrequency ablation for Barrett’s oesophagus with low-grade dysplasia or no dysplasia. This involves using radiofrequency (heat) energy to destroy the abnormal cells and promote the growth of healthy normal cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on minimally invasive video-assisted parathyroidectomy. This involves inserting surgical instruments through a small cut (keyhole surgery) to find and remove any abnormal glands.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 August 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on photochemical corneal cross linkage using riboflavin and ultraviolet A for keratoconus. This involves using special eye drops and exposing the eye ultraviolet light, with the aim to strengthen the cornea.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 September 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on selective internal radiation therapy (SIRT) for primary hepatocellular carcinoma. This involves infusion of microspheres loaded with yttrium-90, which aims to deliver radiation directly into the tumour, minimising the risk of radiation damage to healthy surrounding tissues.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound enhanced catheter-directed thrombolysis for deep vein thrombosis. This involves using ultrasound waves and a drug to break up the clot.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on ultrasound enhanced catheter-directed thrombolysis for pulmonary embolism. This involves using ultrasound waves and a drug to break up the clot.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on low energy contact X-ray brachytherapy (the Papillon technique) for early stage rectal cancer. This involves inserting an X-ray tube through the anus and placing it in close contact with the tumour to kill cancer cells and reduce the size of the tumour.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 September 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on epidermal radiotherapy using rhenium-188 paste for non-melanoma skin cancer. This involves radioactive paste being spread on foil over the top of the cancer, to destroy the cancer cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

2 April 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on low-energy contact X-ray brachytherapy (the Papillon technique) for locally advanced rectal cancer in adults. This involves using an X-ray tube inserted into the rectum to destroy the cancer cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

14 August 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on single incision laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This involves removing the gallbladder through a small cut, most often below the bellly button.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

17 December 2014

Recommendation ID CG165/2 Question ALT values for children and young people:- Further research should be undertaken to examine whether

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015

Recommendation ID CG163/4 Question Ambulatory oxygen to improve outcomes in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis:- Does ambulatory oxygen improve

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

9 June 2015