Nasal Airway Obstruction (NAO) is a condition in which the nasal passages are blocked and prevent a normal or comfortable amount of air from passing through the nose. NAO affects more than 20 million Americans and can occur because of a structural abnormality in the nose or because of inflammation and swelling of the nasal passages. With nasal breathing delivering approximately 70% of airflow to the lungs, any blockage that limits airflow can cause significant quality-of-life consequences.

 

Is my quality of life affected by nasal airway obstruction?

A Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) survey is an assessment tool to capture how your breathing symptoms are affecting your quality of life.

 

Do you have the following symptoms?

LATERA implant patients experienced the following improvements as measured by the NOSE survey:

• Nasal congestion or stuffiness

• Nasal blockage or obstruction

• Trouble breathing through your nose

• Trouble sleeping

• Unable to get enough air through your nose during exercise or exertion