Comparing two nose surgeries for blocked breathing
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study compares two similar surgical techniques for treating enlarged nasal turbinates, which are small structures inside the nose that can block airflow. The goal is to find which technique gives better long-term relief from nasal congestion.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You have had a blocked nose for more than 3 months.
- Your blocked nose is caused by enlarged turbinates (small structures inside the nose) that are large enough to block airflow.
- Your blocked nose is not mainly due to a severely bent nasal septum (the wall inside the nose).
- You have not had any previous nose or sinus surgery.
- You are not pregnant, and you do not have bleeding problems or take blood thinners that cannot be paused.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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