Dissolvable nose implant shows promise for easier breathing
NCT ID NCT05967169
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This early study tested a new dissolvable implant designed to straighten the cartilage inside the nose in people with a deviated septum. Twenty-one adults with nasal blockage received the implant in a quick procedure. The main goal was to see if the implant could be placed safely and stay in place during healing. Results suggest the approach is feasible, but larger and longer studies are needed to know if it truly improves breathing long-term.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- bioabsorbable polydioxanone implant (Nasal Septal Strap)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a less invasive, temporary option to improve breathing in people with a deviated septum, avoiding more complex surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This was a very small early study with only 21 people and no comparison group. The implant is temporary and may not work for everyone, especially those with calcified or severe deviations.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Breathe Clear Institute
Torrance, California, 90503, United States
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Specialty Physicians
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, 18017, United States
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