Search results

Evidence-based recommendations on nerve transfer to partially restore upper limb function in people with tetraplegia. This involves connecting an undamaged, functioning, but non-essential nerve near the injury to the damaged essential nerve.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

24 April 2018

Evidence-based recommendations on transilluminated powered phlebectomy for varicose veins. This involves using a special light passed underneath the skin to see the veins and removing them by suction.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

28 January 2004

Evidence-based recommendations on subfascial endoscopic perforator vein surgery. This involves cutting and closing off, or heating and sealing, perforator veins so that blood can no longer go through them.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2004

difference will it make to my chance of getting a blood clot such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or a blood clot in the lungs (pulmonary...

difference will it make to my chance of getting a blood clot such as deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or a blood clot in the lungs (pulmonary...

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous occlusion of the left atrial appendage in non-valvular atrial fibrillation for the prevention of thromboembolism. This involves using a special device to block the mouth of the left atrial appendage and stop the blood clot from getting into the bloodstream.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

23 June 2010

Evidence-based recommendations on minimally invasive total hip replacement. This involves replacing the damaged hip joint (the top part of the upper leg bone and the socket in the hip bone that it fits into) with an artificial one.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 October 2010

thromboembolism in over 16s: reducing the risk of hospital-acquired deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism Number NG89 Date issued...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

15 November 2018

Why this is important:- An increase in the risk of VTE (deep vein thrombosis [DVT] or pulmonary embolism [PE]) is a significant side...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

11 December 2015

thromboembolism in over 16s: reducing the risk of hospital-acquired deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism Number NG89 Date issued...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

15 November 2018

thromboembolism in over 16s: reducing the risk of hospital-acquired deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism Number NG89 Date issued...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

15 November 2018

thromboembolism in over 16s: reducing the risk of hospital-acquired deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism Number NG89 Date issued...

Result type

Research recommendation

Published

15 November 2018

This guideline covers care and management for adults (aged 18 and over) with type 2 diabetes. It focuses on patient education, dietary advice, managing cardiovascular risk, managing blood glucose levels, and identifying and managing long-term complications.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

29 June 2022

This guideline covers identifying children, young people and adults with symptoms that could be caused by cancer. It outlines appropriate investigations in primary care, and selection of people to refer for a specialist opinion. It aims to help people understand what to expect if they have symptoms that may suggest cancer.

Result type

NICE guideline

Last updated

2 October 2023

Evidence-based recommendations on percutaneous balloon cryoablation for pulmonary vein isolation in atrial fibrillation. This involves using a probe attached to a balloon catheter to freeze tissue in one of the chambers on the left side of the heart.

Result type

Interventional procedures guidance

Published

27 May 2012