In-office Posterior Nasal Nerve Ablation

Abstract

Chronic rhinitis is a common condition affecting up to 60 million Americans each year. Posterior nasal nerve ablation has been shown to be an effective and safe treatment option for patients refractory to medical management for both allergic and nonallergic rhinitis. Currently, there are 3 commercially available devices, including 1 cryoablation and 2 radiofrequency ablation appliances that are all equally effective at decreasing symptoms and improving quality of life.

Keywords: Allergic rhinitis; Cryotherapy ablation; Nasal drainage; Post-nasal drip; Posterior nasal nerve ablation; Quality of life; Radiofrequency ablation of posterior nasal nerves; Rhinitis; Vasomotor rhinitis.