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Experience withe the new "Spirox Latera" nasal implant indicated for the treatment of collapsed internal nasal valve?

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marjantxdcNov 10, 2017

I am 3 years post rhinoplasty and have been diagnosed with bilateral internal valve collapse. Breath-strips and nasal dilators work at home but I have ongoing difficulty breathing and would prefer avoiding a second major operation. This novel procedure seems hopeful.

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