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Evidence-based recommendations on soft-palate implants for obstructive sleep apnoea. This involves inserting implants into the soft palate of the mouth to stiffen it over subsequent weeks and make it less likely to vibrate.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 November 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on selective dorsal rhizotomy for spasticity in cerebral palsy. This involves cutting nerves in the lower spine that are responsible for muscle rigidity.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

15 December 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on corticosteroid-eluting bioabsorbable stent or spacer insertion during endoscopic sinus surgery for chronic rhinosinusitis in adults. This involves putting a stent (short tube) into the sinus to improve drainage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 March 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on corneal inlay implantation for correction of Presbyopia. This involves placing a disc inside a flap or pocket made in the cornea to improve near vision.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 April 2013

Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic radical inguinal lymphadenectomy. This involves using an endoscopic device and small incisions to reduce discomfort, scarring and complications associated with inguinal lymph node removal.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 June 2011

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous ultrasound-guided microwave ablation for symptomatic benign thyroid nodules. This involves using microwaves from a wire inserted into the nodule to heat and destroy it (ablation).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

16 November 2022

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

committee was aware that women who are obese are more likely to need anaesthesia during labour and birth. The rates of operative birth...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

16 August 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on epiduroscopic lumbar discectomy through the sacral hiatus for sciatica in adults. This involves removing the part of the spinal disc pressing against the spinal nerve, to relieve pain.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

14 December 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic gastrectomy for cancer. This involves partial or total removal of the stomach to take out the tumour and affected lymph nodes through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 July 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on arthroscopic radiofrequency chondroplasty for discrete chondral defects of the knee. This involves using a radiofrequency probe to heat and smooth any defects and rough edges in the cartilage.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on non-rigid stabilisation techniques for the treatment of low back pain. This involves joining the problem bones together using a non-rigid implant between 2 or more vertebrae.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 November 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic hysterectomy (including laparoscopic total hysterectomy and laparoscopically assisted vaginal hysterectomy) for endometrial cancer. This involves removing the uterus through several small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery), with the aid of an internal telescope and camera.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 September 2010

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 single-port laparoscopic nephrectomy. This involves removing the kidney using several small incisions (laparoscopy).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 November 2011