Could a mirror and phone replace the doctor for tonsil checks?
NCT ID NCT07205653
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study will test if people can accurately measure their own tonsil size using a mirror, flashlight, and phone camera. Ninety participants will first assess their tonsils at home, then have their tonsils evaluated by a medical student and two ear, nose, and throat specialists. If self-assessment proves accurate enough, it could help patients with sleep apnea or swallowing problems get faster referrals to a surgeon, saving time and healthcare costs.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could allow patients with sleep apnea or swallowing issues to self-refer for surgical evaluation, saving time and healthcare resources.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (90 participants) testing accuracy of self-assessment. It may not prove reliable enough to replace professional evaluation.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Turku University Hospital
Turku, Finland
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