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Evidence-based recommendations on talimogene laherparepvec (Imlygic) for treating unresectable metastatic melanoma in adults when systemically administered immunotherapies are not suitable.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

28 September 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic cerclage for cervical incompetence to prevent late miscarriage or preterm birth. This involves placing a stitch around the upper part of the cervix to keep it closed.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

30 January 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on lateral interbody fusion in the lumbar spine for low back pain in adults. This involves removing the damaged disc and fixing parts of the spine together, to relieve pain.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 February 2017

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

This guideline covers the assessment for and management of blood transfusions in adults, young people and children over 1 year old. It covers the general principles of blood transfusion, but does not make recommendations relating to specific conditions.

Result type

NICE guideline

Published

18 November 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on ivacaftor–tezacaftor–elexacaftor (Kaftrio) plus ivacaftor (Kalydeco), tezacaftor–ivacaftor (Symkevi) plus ivacaftor, and lumacaftor–ivacaftor (Orkambi) for treating cystic fibrosis.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

24 July 2024

Evidence-based recommendations on bortezomib (Velcade) for treating multiple myeloma before chemotherapy and stem cell transplant in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

23 April 2014

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Active-B12 assay for diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

30 September 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on intraoperative electron beam radiotherapy for locally advanced and locally recurrent colorectal cancer. This involves delivering electron beam radiation directly to the tumour during surgery. The aim is to stop the cancer from coming back and spreading further.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

6 June 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation for severe acute respiratory failure in adults. This involves using a tube to carry blood from the right side of the heart and then pump it through an artificial lung where it picks up oxygen.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 April 2011

NICE has developed a Medtech Innovation Briefing (MIB) on the hTEE system for transoesophageal echocardiographic monitoring of haemodynamic instability

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

11 August 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic deroofing of simple renal cysts. This involves draining the cyst and removing part of the cyst wall through small cuts in the abdomen (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 July 2007

This quality standard covers managing intravenous (IV) fluids safely and effectively for babies, children and young people (from birth to 16) in hospital. It describes high-quality care in priority areas for improvement.

Result type

Quality standard

Published

21 September 2016

Evidence-based recommendations on endobronchial ultrasound-guided transbronchial needle aspiration for mediastinal masses. This involves inserting a thin tube through the mouth into the lungs to take samples for examination.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 February 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous (non-thoracoscopic) epicardial catheter radiofrequency ablation for atrial fibrillation. This involves using heat to destroy selected areas of the heart to prevent the abnormal electrical impulses responsible for atrial fibrillation.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 March 2009