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  1. Diagnosis: The GDG recommends that a UK study of the performance characteristics and cost-effectiveness of procalcitonin versus C-reactive protein in identifying serious bacterial infection in children with fever without apparent source be carried out.

    procalcitonin versus C-reactive protein in identifying serious bacterial infection in children with fever without apparent source be...

  2. Artificial metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint replacement for end-stage arthritis (HTG66)

    Evidence-based recommendations on artificial metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint replacement for end-stage arthritis. This involves removing the diseased joints and replacing them with artificial ones.

  3. TNF-alpha inhibitors for treating active ankylosing spondylitis and non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis (TA383)

    Evidence-based recommendations on adalimumab (Humira), certolizumab pegol (Cimzia), etanercept (Enbrel), golimumab (Simponi) and infliximab (Remicade, Remsima, Inflectra). These drugs are for people with active ankylosing spondylitis or non-radiographic axial spondyloarthritis .

  4. Is the application of antiseptics and antibiotics in the operative field before wound closure, clinically and cost effective in reducing surgical site infection rates?

    wound closure, clinically and cost effective in reducing surgical site infection rates? Any explanatory notes(if applicable) Why the...

  5. Thoracoscopic aortopexy for severe primary tracheomalacia (HTG156)

    Evidence-based recommendations on thoracoscopic aortopexy for severe primary tracheomalacia. This involves attaching the aorta to the sternum with sutures, using special instruments through small cuts in the chest (keyhole surgery).

  6. What is the effectiveness and cost effectiveness of intravenous compared with oral antibiotics for preventing postnatal infections after birth with forceps or ventouse?

    of intravenous compared with oral antibiotics for preventing postnatal infections after birth with forceps or ventouse? Any explanatory...

  7. Artificial anal sphincter implantation (HTG39)

    Evidence-based recommendations on artificial anal sphincter implantation. This involves placing a circular cuff under the skin around the anus.

  8. Ixazomib with lenalidomide and dexamethasone for treating relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma (TA870)

    Evidence-based recommendations on ixazomib with lenalidomide and dexamethasone for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma.

  9. Neo Pedicle Screw System for spinal fusion surgery (MIB108)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the Neo Pedicle Screw System for spinal fusion surgery .

  10. Partial replacement of the meniscus of the knee using a biodegradable scaffold (HTG289)

    Evidence-based recommendations on partial replacement of the meniscus of the knee using a biodegradable scaffold. This involves placing a biodegradable implant into the meniscus to support regrowth and repair of the damage.

  11. Galaxy UNYCO for temporary stabilisation of lower limb fractures (MIB166)

    NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Galaxy UNYCO for temporary stabilisation of lower limb fractures .

  12. Endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage for acute cholecystitis when surgery is not an option (HTG683)

    Evidence-based recommendations on endoscopic ultrasound-guided gallbladder drainage for acute cholecystitis when surgery is not an option. This involves inserting a stent through an endoscope into the gallbladder.

  13. Percutaneous endoscopic colostomy (HTG105)

    Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous endoscopic colostomy. This involves placing a plastic tube in the bowel that runs back through a small opening in the abdomen to allow waste to pass through to a drainage bag worn outside the body.

  14. Oral health for adults in care homes (NG48)

    This guideline covers oral health, including dental health and daily mouth care, for adults in care homes. The aim is to maintain and improve their oral health and ensure timely access to dental treatment.

  15. Is the use of chlorhexidine body wash associated with increased antimicrobial resistance?

    wash. Mupirocin alone was effective in reducing Staphylococcus aureus infections caught in hospital in people who were identified as...