ENT Devices

The Market

On the cutting edge of ENT (ear, nose, throat) device development are bioabsorbable solutions for the most critical components. As noted by a recent Grand View Research ENT market analysis report, “Increasing needs for minimally invasive ENT procedures, increasing prevalence of ENT-related disorders, and rising geriatric population are among the key trends stimulating market growth. Growing preference for minimally invasive surgeries and the increasing prevalence of ENT disorders are propelling the segment growth.”

Needs & Challenges

With advanced ENT devices becoming less invasive comes the need for miniaturized components and features, as well as specific material requirements. Dissolvable implants requiring bioabsorbable materials require more careful validation steps to achieve minimal and consistent IV loss and ensure superior functionality and capabilities. Other designs require soft and flexible plastics for improved performance and patient comfort. Precise molded geometries with ultra-thin walls and without gate vestige are common requirements for these types of devices.

Common Materials

• Bioabsorbable Polymers
• Low Durometer Polymers