Latest evidence updates from NICE and Evidence Search

Training in patient-centred clinical consultations

A Cochrane review notes that training in patient-centred approaches for healthcare professionals may have positive effects on patients’ experiences of consultation processes.

Increased risk of venous thromboembolism with glucocorticoid use

A Danish case-control study finds that use of glucocorticoids is associated with an increased risk of venous thromboembolism.

Weight in pregnancy and risk of operative delivery

A cohort study shows that women who gain large amounts of weight during pregnancy are at increased risk of needing operative delivery.

Advanced airway management after out-of-hospital cardiac arrest

A prospective population study suggests that, compared with bag-valve-mask ventilation, advanced airway management is associated with lower rates of favourable neurological outcomes after out-of hospital cardiac arrest.

Physical activity and behaviour during school break times in British white and Pakistani girls aged 9–11 years 

A study suggests that British Pakistani girls may be less active than British white girls during school break times.

QIPP case studies wanted

We would like your examples of how health and social care staff are helping to improve quality and productivity. 

Evidence Updates

NICE has recently published Evidence Updates on: Obsessive-compulsive disorder