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Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous image-guided cryoablation of peripheral neuroma for chronic pain. This involves using a needle-like probe to freeze and destroy small parts of nerves in neuromas to stop the pain signals.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

4 January 2023

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

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

26 June 2019

Evidence-based recommendations on palbociclib (Ibrance) as initial endocrine-based therapy for hormone-receptor positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative, locally advanced or metastatic (secondary) breast cancer in adults.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

20 December 2017

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Lumella point-of-care test for assessing pre-eclampsia risk .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

1 March 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on entrectinib (Rozlytrek) for ROS1-positive advanced non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in adults who have not had ROS1 inhibitors.

Result type

Technology appraisal guidance

Published

12 August 2020

Evidence-based recommendations on superficial venous arterialisation for chronic limb threatening ischaemia in adults. This involves joining an artery in the lower leg to a large vein to divert blood flow through the vein towards the foot, bypassing the blocked arteries.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 August 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on self-expanding implant insertion into the intersphincteric space for faecal incontinence. This involves inserting implants that expand and press together, forming a ring that creates an artificial sphincter.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 January 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on transurethral water vapour ablation for lower urinary tract symptoms caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia in adults. This involves using heated water vapour to destroy some of the prostate tissue.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

21 August 2018

NICE has developed a medtech innovation briefing (MIB) on Granulox for managing chronic non-healing wounds .

Result type

Medtech innovation briefing

Published

10 May 2022

Evidence-based recommendations on transaxial interbody lumbosacral fusion for low back pain in adults. This involves removing a damaged disc through a small cut at the base of the spine, and replacing it with an artificial implant.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

25 July 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on endoluminal gastroplication for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves an endoscopic fastening device being inserted through the mouth and into the stomach, along with an endoscope for constant visualisation. The device is used to attach the fundus to the anterior and left lateral wall of the distal oesophagus slightly above the oesophagogastric junction.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

1 March 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on laparoscopic insertion of a magnetic ring for gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. This involves placing a ring of beads outside of the food pipe, just above the stomach. Magnets inside the beads hold them together to keep the food pipe closed but are weak enough to move apart to allow food or liquid to be swallowed. The aim is to prevent acid reflux.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

11 January 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on insertion of prostatic urethral lift implants to treat lower urinary tract symptoms secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia. This involves pulling back the parts of the prostate that are pressing on the urethra so that it's no longer blocked.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 January 2014

Evidence-based recommendations on transanal total mesorectal excision for rectal cancer in adults. This involves removing the cancer through the anus or a small cut in the abdomen.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

15 December 2021

Evidence-based recommendations on transurethral laser ablation for recurrent non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer in adults. This involves using a laser inserted into the bladder to destroy the cancer cells.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 July 2019