Nyxoah Secures FDA Approval for Innovative Sleep Apnea Treatment

Nyxoah's Genio system has received FDA clearance for treating moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The leadless, battery-free device offers bilateral nerve stimulation and is powered by a wearable component. Clinical trials showed significant symptom reduction across all sleeping positions, making it a strong alternative to existing therapies. The global sleep apnea devices market is expected to reach $6.9 billion by 2030, driven by factors such as a growing geriatric population and the development of advanced devices.

Nyxoah SA (NYXH) has received significant market approval for its Genio system, designed to treat moderate to severe Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The FDA's approval marks a substantial milestone for the Belgium-based medical technology company, which specializes in neuromodulation therapies for OSA.

The Genio system is a leadless, battery-free device that utilizes bilateral hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) to treat OSA. Powered by a wearable component, the device offers a full-body 1.5T and 3T MRI compatibility, making it a versatile option for patients. The FDA approval is based on the high-quality, differentiated safety and efficacy data from Nyxoah's DREAM pivotal trial, which demonstrated an AHI responder rate of 63.5% and an overall median AHI reduction of 70.8%. Notably, the Genio system's effectiveness was consistent across all sleeping positions, including the challenging supine position, where the number of airway obstructions can double.

Nyxoah's Chief Executive Officer, Olivier Taelman, expressed pride in the FDA approval, stating, "Today marks a defining moment for Nyxoah and for U.S. patients suffering from OSA. With the FDA’s marketing approval of the Genio system, we are proud to bring this innovative therapy to the U.S. market."

The global sleep apnea devices market is projected to reach $6.9 billion by 2030, driven by factors such as an aging population and the development of advanced treatment technologies. Nyxoah's Genio system stands out as a differentiated hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS) offering in a market that currently has only one player. The company's stock price has responded positively to the FDA clearance, rising by 9.4% [2].

Nyxoah has already established its U.S. commercial team and trained 75 physicians in preparation for the Genio system's launch. Analysts have reaffirmed an Overweight rating on Nyxoah SA, noting the company's differentiated offering and the significant market opportunity for OSA treatment.

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[1] https://www.biospace.com/press-releases/nyxoah-receives-approval-from-fda-for-genio-system-for-the-treatment-of-obstructive-sleep-apnea
[2] https://investorshub.advfn.com/market-news/article/14481/nyxoah-shares-climb-following-fda-clearance-of-genio-device-for-sleep-apnea-treatment