Thin vs thick ear cartilage: which patch heals better?

NCT ID NCT07471191

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Assiut University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two types of cartilage grafts used to repair eardrum holes in adults. One graft is thin (0.5 mm) and the other is thick (1.8 mm). The goal is to see which one leads to better healing and hearing after six months. Thirty adults with long-standing eardrum perforations will take part.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: tragal cartilage graft (partial-thickness or full-thickness)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that using a thinner cartilage graft improves eardrum healing rates and hearing outcomes after surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The study hasn't started recruiting yet, and there is always a chance the thinner graft could be less durable.

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