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NICE has developed a Medtech Innovation Briefing (MIB) on the AutoPulse non-invasive cardiac support pump for cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

12 February 2015

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous mitral valve annuloplasty. This involves inserting a catheter into a large vein in the groin or neck and passing through to the heart. A device is placed into a large vein that sits next to the mitral valve to constrict the valve, with the aim of making it close properly.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 July 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on nivolumab (Opdivo) with platinum- and fluoropyrimidine-based chemotherapy for untreated HER2-negative advanced gastric, gastro-oesophageal junction or oesophageal adenocarcinoma in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

11 January 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic prostatectomy for benign prostatic obstruction. This involves removing the prostate through small cuts in the abdomen, using a fine telescope to see inside the body (keyhole surgery).

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 November 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on fetal vesico–amniotic shunt for lower urinary tract outflow obstruction. This involves inserting a cannula through the mother's abdominal and uterine walls into the amniotic cavity and subsequently into the bladder of the fetus.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

13 December 2006

Evidence-based recommendations on laser-assisted cerebral vascular anastomosis without temporary arterial occlusion. This involves using a special laser device to create a bypass without the need to temporarily interrupt the blood flow to the brain.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 February 2008

Evidence-based recommendations on secukinumab (Cosentyx) for treating plaque psoriasis in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

22 July 2015

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 flexible endoscopic treatment of a pharyngeal pouch. This involves improving swallowing by widening the neck of the pouch so that food does not collect in it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 February 2015

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 deep brain stimulation for tremor and dystonia (excluding Parkinson's disease). This involves planting electrodes in the brain and generating electrical currents to help control the tremor or dystonia.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 August 2006

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 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 radiofrequency ablation of the soft palate for snoring. This involves using an electrode device to puncture and send radiofrequency energy into the soft palate to scar and tighten it.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

22 January 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on tepotinib (Tepmetko) for treating advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with MET gene alterations in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

18 May 2022