"Dr. Kenneth S. Maxwell at Piedmont Ear Nose and Throat Associates (PENTA), and his team are among 50 specialists in the United States participating in a clinical trial to evaluate an investigational drug treatment for Ménière’s disease.
Ménière's is an inner ear disorder that affects approximately
600,000 people in the United States. It is a disabling disorder resulting in
repeated violent attacks of dizziness, ringing in the ear [Tinnitus] and
hearing loss that can last for hours and can ultimately cause permanent
deafness in the affected ear. It is
likened to stepping off a merry-go-round and the disorienting spinning
sensation that causes one to be off balance and nauseous. However, unlike the
effects of the merry-go-round that lasts only minutes, Ménière’s Disease
episodes can last for days. As a result, people with Ménière’s Disease are often
unable to work, drive, interact with family or enjoy life. Furthermore, since these episodes are
unpredictable, anxiety and loss of confidence or independence often ensue.
“Our center has a well-deserved reputation for clinical
research and a deep and long-standing commitment to advancing treatments for Ménière's
disease," said Dr. Maxwell, lead principal investigator at PENTA for the
clinical trial. "This study will enable us to provide our patients with an
opportunity to contribute to the potential development of an important new
treatment for Ménière's disease and hopefully control their disease.”
Ménière's disease is a debilitating disorder. It significantly
impacts a patient’s quality of life. Unfortunately, there are very few
treatment options currently available and more are needed,” added Dr. Maxwell.
“Studying new drug treatments designed specifically for this inner ear disorder
is essential. Only through clinical trials can we advance new treatment options
and provide hope for patients suffering from this terrible condition.”
In a previous study involving a small group of Ménière’s
Disease patients, the treatment, called OTO-104, appeared to show a reduction
in vertigo frequency and improvement in tinnitus. Additionally, OTO-104 was
considered to be safe and well tolerated. Dr. Kenneth Maxwell was selected to
participate in the clinical trial for his expertise in treating patients with
Ménière's disease for more than 20 years.
Patients interested in the clinical trial can visit www.menieresdiseasestudy.com/80 to see if they qualify or
email info@menieresdiseasestudy.com for more information.
Additionally more information is available on the ‘Ménière's Disease Team’ Facebook
page at www.facebook.com/menieresdisease
About Kenneth
S. Maxwell, MD
Dr. Kenneth Maxwell is an ENT-otolaryngologist in Winston
Salem, North Carolina and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area,
including Forsyth Medical Center and Medical Park Hospital. He received his
medical degree from University of North Carolina School of Medicine and has
been in practice for 25 years. He is one of 12 doctors at Forsyth Medical Center and
one of 10 at Medical Park Hospital who
specialize in Otolaryngology and Neurotology.
Neurotology or neuro-otology is a branch of clinical
medicine which studies and treats neurological disorders of the ear. It is a
subspecialty of otolaryngology-head and neck surgery, and is closely related to
otology.
Otolaryngology (pronounced oh/toe/lair/in/goll/oh/jee) is the
oldest medical specialty in the United States. Otolaryngologists are physicians
trained in the medical and surgical management and treatment of patients with
diseases and disorders of the ear, nose, throat (ENT), and related structures
of the head and neck.
About
Piedmont Ear, Nose & Throat Associates
The physicians of two otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat)
groups in Winston-Salem joined together to create Piedmont Ear, Nose &
Throat Associates (PENTA), the premier otolaryngology group in the Triad. The
merger of Forsyth Head & Neck Associates and Salem Ear, Nose & Throat
Associates took 15 years ago [ July 1999]. All of PENTA's physicians are board
certified by the Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery. PENTA has
four locations to serve its patients: Winston-Salem, Kernersville, Clemmons and Mount
Airy, North Carolina. More information can be obtained at: www.piedmontent.com"
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