Scientists hunt for genes behind hearing loss and dizziness
NCT ID NCT00023049
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to find the genetic causes of hereditary hearing loss and balance disorders. Researchers will study families with these conditions, collecting medical history, blood or cheek swabs, hearing and balance tests, and sometimes scans. The goal is to identify genes and mutations that lead to these disorders, which could improve diagnosis and understanding.
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 research could help identify genes behind hearing and balance disorders, leading to better genetic tests and future treatments.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly benefit participants, and finding specific genes can be complex and time-consuming.
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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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Institute of Child Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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