NICE Highly Specialised Technology Evaluations

NICE Guidance: Pegzilarginase for Arginase-1 Deficiency

NICE has published guidance recommending pegzilarginase (Loargys) for treating arginase-1 deficiency in individuals aged 2 years and over. The guidance includes evidence-based recommendations and details a commercial access agreement for the treatment.

Cerliponase alfa for Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis Type 2 Guidance

NICE has published updated highly specialised technologies guidance (HST34) on cerliponase alfa (Brineura) for treating neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis type 2 in children. This guidance replaces previous guidance and confirms that patients already receiving treatment can continue.

NICE Guidance: Leniolisib for PI3K delta syndrome

NICE has published highly specialised technologies guidance on the use of leniolisib (Joenja) for treating activated phosphoinositide 3-kinase delta syndrome in individuals aged 12 and over. The guidance includes evidence-based recommendations and information on commercial arrangements for NHS organisations.

NICE Guidance: Olipudase alfa for Niemann-Pick disease types AB and B

NICE has published highly specialised technologies guidance (HST32) on the use of olipudase alfa (Xenpozyme) for treating Niemann-Pick disease types AB and B. The guidance provides evidence-based recommendations for healthcare professionals and commissioners in the UK.

NICE Guidance: Setmelanotide for Bardet-Biedl Syndrome

The UK's National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) has published highly specialised technologies guidance on setmelanotide (Imcivree) for treating obesity and hyperphagia in Bardet-Biedl syndrome. The guidance provides evidence-based recommendations for patients aged 6 years and over, with specific criteria for treatment initiation.