Adenoid surgery: why does tissue grow back? new study investigates.

NCT ID NCT07494370

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at why some children still have adenoid tissue after surgery, causing symptoms to return. Researchers will examine 1,200 children to see if factors like age, sex, weight, and palate length affect how completely the adenoids are removed. The goal is to understand whether leftover tissue is due to surgical technique or individual patient traits.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Adenoidectomy (surgical removal of adenoid tissue)
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help surgeons identify which children are more likely to have leftover adenoid tissue, potentially reducing the need for repeat surgeries.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It aims to gather information, not test a new therapy, so it won't directly change care immediately.

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Locations

Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo di Pavia
RECRUITING

Pavia, Lombardy, 27100, Italy

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