Hearing loss may warn of dementia: 3,000 seniors studied

NCT ID NCT07608640

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study will follow over 3,000 older adults for three years to see how age-related hearing loss is connected to dementia. Researchers will use hearing tests, cognitive assessments, and blood markers to build a 'Hearing Health Clock' and early screening tools. The goal is to better predict and manage hearing and brain health in aging populations.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to better early warning systems for dementia in older adults with hearing loss, and personalized hearing health tools.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not prove cause and effect, and results might not apply to all populations.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dementia hearing loss disorder presbycusis sensorineural hearing loss disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • The 6th Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100048, China

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