National Institute On Deafness And Other Communication Disorders (nidcd)

This study aims to find the genetic causes of inherited hearing loss and balance disorders. Researchers will study families where more than one member has these issues, using DNA samples, hearing tests, balance exams, and imaging scans. The goal is to better understand how genes …

This study looked at 324 people with hearing loss tied to an inner ear problem called enlarged vestibular aqueducts (EVA). Researchers collected DNA, hearing tests, and scans to find genes that cause EVA. The goal was to learn more about the condition, not to test a treatment.