Nasal Obstruction
The symptoms of an obstruction:
- Difficulty breathing through the nasal passageways on either one or both sides
- Continuous mouth breathing
What are the Causes of a Nasal Obstruction?
Septal Deviation
The nasal septum that separates the two sides of the nose may have a severe deviation. While no septum is perfectly aligned, a septal deviation can cause a narrowed airway and breathing difficulty.
Turbinate Issues
Turbinates are structures within the nasal lining that humidify the air and affect the ability to smell. The turbinates can swell or accidentally trap an air cell which causes the airway to inflate.
Enlarged Adenoid Tissue
Adenoid tissue sits at the back of the nose and has the ability to enlarge. This is a more common issue among small children that can be a cause of nasal obstruction.
What is the Course of Treatment?
There are two options when it comes to treating a Nasal Obstruction:
- Septoplasty – used to fix a deviated septum
- Turbinate Reduction – used to shave down the turbinate tissue
Acclarent Relieva TRACT™ Nasal Dilation System Procedure Video
The RELIEVA TRACT™ Nasal Balloon Dilation System is an instrument intended to provide increased intranasal space to facilitate access for endonasal and transnasal procedures and/or temporarily address nasal obstruction by displacing the inferior turbinate and lower nasal septum.
The RELIEVA TRACT™ Nasal Balloon Dilation System is intended for use in ages 17 years or older.
CAUTION: Federal (U.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
Balloon dilation catheters should be used by or under supervision of physicians thoroughly trained in balloon dilation. A thorough understanding of the technical principles, clinical application, and risk associated with balloon dilation of the nasal passage is necessary before using this device.
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