Breakthrough device aims to catch 'Invisible' hearing loss before It's too late
NCT ID NCT06114680
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a new device called the CochSyn test prototype, which measures brain responses to sound to detect a type of hidden hearing loss called cochlear synaptopathy. The goal was to see if it could identify hearing problems earlier than standard hearing tests. The study enrolled 179 adults with self-reported hearing difficulties. However, the trial was terminated, so the full results are not available.
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 test could help diagnose a type of hearing loss that standard hearing tests miss, potentially leading to earlier and more targeted treatment.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated, so results are incomplete. The test is still a prototype and may not prove more effective than existing methods.
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Locations
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UZ Gent - department of otorhinolaryngology
Ghent, 9000, Belgium