Scientists hunt for gene behind severe childhood deafness
NCT ID NCT04202185
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study looked at 150 children with severe to profound hearing loss to find how many have a specific genetic form called DFNB9. Researchers collected medical and genetic data from routine care. The goal was to better understand this condition and pave the way for future treatments.
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 study could help identify children with DFNB9 earlier, potentially guiding future gene therapy efforts for this specific form of deafness.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only looks for a genetic cause and does not test any therapy. The findings may not lead to a treatment.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Unité d'Audiophonologie et d'Implantation cochléaire - Necker hospital
Paris, 75015, France