Evidence on the safety and efficacy of supercapsular percutaneously assisted total hip arthroplasty for osteoarthritis is limited in quality and quantity. Therefore, this procedure should only be used with special arrangements for clinical governance, consent, and audit or research.
This procedure involves replacing a hip using smaller cuts than are used in standard surgery. This recomendation is an evidence-based recomendation.
Clinicians wanting to do supercapsular percutaneously assisted ...
A rapid review was done on the efficacy and safety of this procedure. This comprised a comprehensive literature search and detailed review of the evidence from 7 sources, which was discussed by the committee. The evidence included 1 systematic review and meta-analysis, 1 systematic review, and 5 before-and-after studies.This is not a curative procedure, and its effectiveness depends on the person wearing compression garments for life.The committee was informed that this procedure should only be ...
Vaccination coverage needs to be actively maintained, and ideally increased, in the face of increasing vaccine scepticism and misinformation. In addition, certain population groups have lower levels of vaccination than the general public. Additional or different actions may be needed to increase their vaccination rates. Reasons for low uptake may include poor access to healthcare services; inaccurate claims about safety and effectiveness, which can lead to increased concerns and a reduction in ...
Morgan, et al. Article Update on Medical Overuse [Actualización en sobreutilización en Medicina]
NICE
Each year, 6% of adults in England will experience an episode of depression and more than 15% of people will experience an episode of depression over the course of their lifetime. For many people the episode will not be severe, but for more than 20% the depression will be more severe and have a significant impact on their daily lives.
This guideline covers identifying, treating and managing depression in people aged 18 and over. It recommends treatments for first episodes of depression and ...