Hypertension in adults: diagnosis and management - NICE
WEBAug 28, 2019 · Guidance. 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 …
Overview | Gout: diagnosis and management | Guidance - NICE
WEBJun 9, 2022 · Commissioners and providers have a responsibility to promote an environmentally sustainable health and care system and should assess and reduce the environmental impact of implementing NICE recommendations wherever possible. This guideline covers the diagnosis and management of gout. It includes recommendations …
Chronic kidney disease: assessment and management
WEBAug 25, 2021 · Guidance. 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. In November 2021, we …
Urinary tract infection (lower): antimicrobial prescribing - NICE
WEBOct 31, 2018 · 6 months to 5 years, 4 mg/kg (maximum 200 mg per dose) or 50 mg twice a day for 3 days. 6 years to 11 years, 4 mg/kg (maximum 200 mg per dose) or 100 mg twice a day for 3 days. 12 years to 15 years, 200 mg twice a day for 3 days. Nitrofurantoin (if estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) is 45 ml/minute or more):
Atrial fibrillation: diagnosis and management | Guidance - NICE
WEBApr 27, 2021 · Quality standard - Atrial fibrillation. Next. 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. On 30 June 2021, we amended our recommendation on using the ...
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.
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Depression in adults: treatment and management - NICE
WEBJun 29, 2022 · This guideline includes recommendations on: principles of care. recognition and assessment. choice and delivery of treatments. treatment for a new episode of less severe depression. treatment for a new episode of more severe depression. behavioural couples therapy. preventing relapse. further-line treatment.
Epilepsies in children, young people and adults - NICE
WEBApr 27, 2022 · Guidance. This guideline covers diagnosing and managing epilepsy in children, young people and adults in primary and secondary care, and referral to tertiary services. It aims to improve diagnosis and treatment for different seizure types and epilepsy syndromes, and reduce the risks for people with epilepsy.
Urinary tract infection in under 16s: diagnosis and management
WEBJul 27, 2022 · This guideline covers diagnosing and managing first or recurrent upper or lower urinary tract infection (UTI) in babies, children and young people under 16. It aims to achieve more consistent clinical practice, based on accurate diagnosis and effective management. It does not cover babies, children and young people with urinary catheters …