NICE medical technologies guidance addresses specific technologies notified to NICE by
sponsors. The 'case for adoption' is based on the claimed advantages of introducing the
specific technology compared with current management of the condition. This case is
reviewed against the evidence submitted and expert advice. If the case for adopting the
technology is supported, then the technology has been found to offer advantages to patients
and the NHS. The specific recommendations on individual technologies are not intended to
limit use of other relevant technologies which may offer similar advantages.