Hypertension in adults: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBAug 28, 2019 · This guideline covers identifying and treating primary hypertension (high blood pressure) in people aged 18 and over, including people with type 2 diabetes. It aims to reduce the risk of cardiovascular problems such as heart attacks and strokes by helping healthcare professionals to diagnose hypertension accurately and treat it effectively
Urinary tract infection (lower): antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBOct 31, 2018 · Table 1 Antibiotics for non-pregnant women aged 16 years and over; Treatment Antibiotic, dosage and course length; First choices. If there are symptoms of pyelonephritis (such as fever) or a complicated urinary tract infection (UTI), see the NICE guideline on acute pyelonephritis for antibiotic choices.. Nitrofurantoin (if estimated …
Our programmes | What we do - NICE
WEBNICE guidelines are evidence-based recommendations for health and care in England and Wales. They help health and social care professionals to prevent ill health, promote good health and improve the quality of care and services.
Cellulitis and erysipelas: antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBSep 27, 2019 · Consider referring people with cellulitis or erysipelas to hospital, or seek specialist advice, if they: are severely unwell or. have infection near the eyes or nose (including periorbital cellulitis) or could have uncommon pathogens, for example, after a penetrating injury, exposure to water-borne organisms, or an infection acquired outside …
Chronic kidney disease: assessment and management
WEBAug 25, 2021 · This guideline covers care and treatment for people with, or at risk of, chronic kidney disease (CKD). It aims to prevent or delay the progression, and reduce the risk of complications and cardiovascular disease. It also covers managing anaemia and hyperphosphataemia associated with CKD
Atrial fibrillation: diagnosis and management | Guidance - NICE
WEBApr 27, 2021 · This guideline covers diagnosing and managing atrial fibrillation in adults. It includes guidance on providing the best care and treatment for people with atrial fibrillation, including assessing and managing risks of stroke and bleeding
Cardiovascular disease: risk assessment and reduction, including
WEBDec 14, 2023 · This guideline covers identifying and assessing risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in adults without established CVD. It covers lifestyle changes and lipid-lowering treatment (including statins) for primary and secondary prevention of CVD, and includes guidance for people who also have diabetes or chronic kidney disease
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WEBNICE guidance ; NICE guidance. Evidence-based recommendations for the health and social care sector, developed by independent committees, including professionals and lay members, and consulted on by stakeholders.
Clostridioides difficile infection: antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBJul 23, 2021 · This guideline sets out an antimicrobial prescribing strategy for managing Clostridioides difficile infection in adults, young people and children aged 72 hours and over in community and hospital settings. It aims to optimise antibiotic use and reduce antibiotic resistance. The recommendations do not cover diagnosis
WEBNational Early Warning Score systems that alert to deteriorating adult patients in hospital Medtech innovation briefing Published: 18 February 2020