Nousq’s CLiKX is an automated hand‑held surgical applicator that inserts ventilation ear tubes with a single button press, creating an atraumatic slit incision and securing the tube without a microscope or general anesthesia. The reusable device enables otolaryngologists to perform ear tube procedures in outpatient clinics, reducing costs, waste, and the environmental impact of traditional operating‑room surgeries.
Funding
$7.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Ventilation ear tube insertion traditionally requires an operating room, general anesthesia, and a surgical microscope, limiting access, increasing costs, and exposing patients—especially children—to unnecessary risks and environmental impact.
Solution
CLiKX is an automated hand‑held surgical applicator that enables ear tube placement with a single button press. The device creates an atraumatic slit incision and securely positions the ventilation tube without the need for a microscope or general anesthesia, allowing the procedure to be performed in an outpatient clinic or procedure room. Its reusable design reduces waste and lowers greenhouse‑gas emissions associated with anesthesia. CLiKX is approved by Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority and is commercially available, providing a streamlined, cost‑efficient alternative to conventional surgery.
Target Audience
Primary customers are otolaryngologists, pediatric ENT surgeons, and outpatient clinics that perform ventilation ear tube surgeries.
Features
- Automated hand‑held applicator that delivers a precise, single‑click tube insertion
- Precision shaft tip creates an atraumatic slit incision and holds the ventilation tube in place
- Eliminates the need for general anesthesia and a surgical microscope
- Designed for multiple uses, reducing disposable waste and associated costs
- Certified by the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) in Singapore
- Enables procedures to be performed in outpatient clinics or procedure rooms