45 devices · GMDN 48140
Nasal/paranasal balloon catheters are flexible, single-use tubes with an inflatable balloon at the tip, used during sinus surgery (sinuplasty) to gently widen blocked sinus openings and reshape nasal passages. Clinically, they help relieve sinusitis symptoms and temporarily ease nasal congestion by creating space for better airflow without removing tissue.
These devices are sterile, disposable tools designed for one-time use in procedural settings. Regulation varies by jurisdiction, but they’re typically classified based on their surgical purpose and risk level, with supply and distribution governed by medical device standards for minimally invasive procedures.
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