The American Rhinologic Society today endorsed the use of drug-eluting implants in sinus cavities for patients following surgery. A successful sinus surgery depends on proper healing and avoiding inflammation, the society said in a press release. Drug-eluting implants can reduce nasal polyps and inflammation, which can decrease a patient’s use of oral medication, according to […]
Otolaryngology Ear, Nose & Throat
Intersect ENT files with FDA for drug-delivering sinus implant
Intersect ENT (NSDQ:XENT) said today it submitted a supplemental premarket approval submission to the FDA seeking approval for a new Nova steroid releasing implant for treating patients with chronic sinus disease. The new Nova device is designed with a lower profile to allow for placement in smaller sinus openings, and will expand the usable patient population for […]
