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Evidence-based recommendations on corneal implants for keratoconus. This involves inserting clear plastic implants into the cornea to restore eyesight.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

25 July 2007

Evidence-based recommendations on blinatumomab (Blincyto) for treating Philadelphia-chromosome-negative CD19-positive B-precursor acute lymphoblastic leukaemia in remission with minimal residual disease activity in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

24 July 2019

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

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 July 2013

Past technology appraisal appeals and decisions

Evidence-based recommendations on phototherapeutic laser keratectomy for corneal surface irregularities. This involves using a laser to remove layers of the cornea in order to produce a smooth, even surface with the aim of improving vision.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

22 September 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on faecal microbiota transplant for recurrent Clostridium difficile infection. This involves introducing enteric bacteria from the faeces of healthy donors to restore a healthy balance of bacteria in the gut.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 March 2014

NICE's guidance on pancreatic islet cell transplantation has now been replaced. Please see NICE's HealthTech guidance 165 for the full guidance on allogeneic pancreatic islet cell transplantation for type 1 diabetes mellitus and to NICE's HealthTech guidance 175 to view the full guidance on autologous pancreatic islet cell transplantation for improved glycaemic control after pancreatectomy issued to the NHS in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Result type

Withdrawn guidance

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of endobronchial nitinol coils to improve lung function in emphysema. This involves inserting coils to reduce airflow to damaged parts of the lung.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 March 2015

Discontinued Reference number: GID-TAG241

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Status

Discontinued

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on the NGAL Test for early diagnosis of acute kidney injury .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

4 February 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on lung volume reduction surgery for treating advanced emphysema. This involves removing damaged lung tissue using a special stapling device, a laser, or both.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 February 2005

Evidence-based recommendations on low-level laser therapy for preventing or treating oral mucositis caused by radiotherapy or chemotherapy. This involves applying low-energy lasers to the affected tissue.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

23 May 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on irreversible electroporation for primary liver cancer in adults. This involves passing short electrical pulses of high-voltage current into the cancer cells.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

27 November 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on cardiac contractility modulation device implantation for heart failure in adults. This involves placing a device under the skin of the chest, which delivers electrical pulses to make the heart contract more strongly.

Result type

HealthTech guidance

Published

26 June 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on azacitidine (Vidaza) for treating myelodysplastic syndromes, chronic myelomonocytic leukaemia and acute myeloid leukaemia in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

23 March 2011