What is Pulsatile Tinnitus?
Pulsatile tinnitus is a condition in which a person hears a rhythmic sound that matches the beat of their heartbeat. Unlike more common forms of tinnitus, the sound is pulse-synchronous and often persistent, making it difficult to ignore. For some individuals, pulsatile tinnitus can significantly affect daily life, contributing to anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and a reduced quality of life.
Serenity Medical, a NeuroTechnology Investors (NTI) portfolio company and pioneer in venous sinus stenosis treatment, announced the Company received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Breakthrough Device Designation for its Serenity Shepherd Stent™ System for the treatment of severe pulsatile tinnitus. The stent system is designed to navigate the tight curves and complex anatomy of the cerebral sinuses and to treat venous sinus stenosis.
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