Eustachian Tube Dilation (Aera)

The Eustachian tubes, small canals connecting the middle ears to the back of the nose and throat, typically remain closed. However, they open during actions such as swallowing, chewing, yawning, or sneezing, preventing pressure buildup in the ears.

Apart from regulating pressure, the Eustachian tubes include serve other purposes such as:

• Ventilating the middle ear.
• Draining fluid from the middle ear.
• Shielding the middle ear from disease and infections.

When these tubes fail to perform their functions due to improper opening and closing of the valve, it results in Eustachian tube dysfunction.

When they are not working properly, it can lead to muffled hearing, fullness of the ear, pain in the ear, inability to equilibrate middle ear pressure, tinnitus, or dizziness.

Who Needs Acclarent Aera Eustachian Tube Dilation?

The Acclarent Aera Eustachian Tube Balloon Dilation System is a pioneering device designed to dilate the Eustachian tube. This innovative system employs a small balloon to address persistent Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD), a condition characterized by ear pressure, discomfort, and sensations of blockage or muffling.

The procedure uses a catheter to insert a small balloon through the nasal passage and into the Eustachian tube. Upon inflation, the balloon gently expands, creating a passage for mucus and air to flow more freely, thus aiding in the restoration of proper Eustachian tube functionality. 

Benefits of Aera Eustachian Tube Dilation

• Acclarent Aera Dilation System specifically designed for the Eustachian tubes with flexibility to reach the source of the problem
• Non-surgical, minimally invasive