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Custom cochlear implant tuning based on ear anatomy may sharpen hearing in noise and music for the single-sided deaf

NCT ID NCT07703800

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 22, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This trial tests whether programming a cochlear implant based on the individual's inner ear anatomy (anatomy-based fitting) improves speech understanding in noisy environments and music perception compared to standard programming. The study enrolls adults with single-sided deafness who have recently received a cochlear implant. Participants will undergo both fitting methods and be tested on speech in noise, music perception, and sound localization.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Anatomy-based fitting of the cochlear implant speech processor
What this could lead to
If it works, this could lead to better hearing in noise and richer music perception for people with single-sided deafness who use a cochlear implant.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The benefit over standard fitting may be small or not noticeable.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

deafness, unilateral Hearing Loss, Sensorineural sensorineural hearing loss disorder X-linked mixed hearing loss with perilymphatic gusher

As listed by the trial registrant

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

COCHLEAR IMPLANT SENSORINEURAL HEARING LOSS SINGLE SIDED DEAFNESS

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Antwerp University Hopsital

    RECRUITING

    Antwerp, 2650, Belgium

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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