Abstract
Objective: To review the current literature regarding the role of biologics in the treatment of chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis (CRSwNP). Data Sources: PubMed/MEDLINE, EMBASE, Cochrane Review, ClinicalTrials.gov Review Methods: We conducted a comprehensive review of the literature on clinical studies investigating the efficacy of emerging biologics in CRSwNP, with a focus on randomized controlled trials. Conclusions: There appears to be promising evidence to support the safety and efficacy of biologics in CRSwNP with and without asthma for select patients. However, additional large-scale randomized studies with longer follow-up are necessary to determine which patients would benefit the most from these novel systemic treatments. Implications for Practice: Chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyposis refractory to medical and surgical therapy remains a challenging clinical problem for otolaryngologists. However, emerging biologic therapies may offer a new therapeutic option for such patients with recalcitrant disease.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 57-66 |
Number of pages | 10 |
Journal | Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery |
Volume | 164 |
Issue number | 1 |
Early online date | 2020 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2021 |
Keywords
- biologics
- chronic rhinosinusitis
- nasal polyposis