Long-term Outcomes Following Temperature-Controlled Radiofrequency Neurolysis for the Treatment of Chronic Rhinitis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Temperature-controlled radiofrequency neurolysis of the posterior nasal nerve has been shown to reduce the symptom burden of patients with chronic rhinitis.

Objectives

To evaluate the long-term safety and effectiveness of temperature-controlled radiofrequency neurolysis of the posterior nasal nerve for the treatment of chronic rhinitis.

Methods

A prospective extension of a 12-month single-arm study, where reflective total nasal symptom score (rTNSS) and the responses to a study-specific quality of life questionnaire and patient satisfaction survey were collected at 24 months.

Results

Forty-seven patients completed initial 12-month follow-up after treatment with the study device, of which 34 patients were reconsented and completed 24-month follow-up.

SUBMITTER: Ehmer D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9158436 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature