Scientists hunt for genes behind inner ear malformation

NCT ID NCT00023036

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 35 times

Summary

This study looked at 324 people with hearing loss tied to an inner ear problem called enlarged vestibular aqueducts (EVA). Researchers collected DNA, hearing tests, and scans to find genes that cause EVA. The goal was to learn more about the condition, not to test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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