Evaluation of fully biodegradable nasal packings in functional endoscopic sinus surgery – a multi-centre study

Area of Science:

• Otolaryngology
• Surgical Innovation
• Biomaterials

Background:

• Functional endoscopic sinus surgery (FESS) requires effective nasal packing for post-operative care.
• Traditional nasal packing can cause discomfort and complications.
• There is a need for improved nasal packing solutions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To compare the efficacy and patient experience of a novel biodegradable nasal packing (Nasopore®) versus traditional packing.
• To evaluate the impact on post-operative discomfort and nasal obstruction.

Main Methods:

• Prospective, blinded, multi-center study.
• Nasopore® was applied to one nasal cavity, and traditional packing to the other, in patients undergoing FESS.
• Patients reported on headache, nasal pain, forehead pressure, and nasal obstruction at multiple follow-up intervals.

Main Results:

• Significant reduction in nasal obstruction with Nasopore® within the first 10 days post-surgery (P<0.005).
• Nasopore® demonstrated better outcomes for headache, nasal pain, and forehead pressure at follow-up visits (P<0.05).

Conclusions:

• Biodegradable Nasopore® offers significant advantages in post-FESS aftercare.
• Nasopore® enhances patient satisfaction and reduces post-operative discomfort.
• This innovative nasal packing may become a new standard in sinus surgery recovery.