Ear tube study: which spot in the eardrum works best?

NCT ID NCT06191562

First seen Feb 22, 2026 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looks at where ear tubes are placed in children's eardrums to find out if one spot causes fewer problems. About 386 kids will get a tube in the usual spot in one ear and a new spot in the other ear. Researchers will track issues like drainage, blocked tubes, and holes that don't heal for up to 3 years.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15224, United States

  • UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh North

    Sewickley, Pennsylvania, 15143, United States

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