New minimally invasive ear implant surgery shows promise for hearing loss

NCT ID NCT04606823

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a new, less invasive surgical method for placing a bone-anchored hearing device (Ponto implant) in 52 adults with hearing loss. The goal was to see if the implant stayed securely in place without causing skin problems or pain. The approach aims to make the procedure easier and safer for patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hearing loss disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Aalborg University Hospital

    Aalborg, 9000, Denmark

  • Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

    Cambridge, CB2 0QQ, United Kingdom

  • Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

    London, SE1 7EH, United Kingdom

  • Radboud University Medical Center

    Nijmegen, 6525EX, Netherlands

  • Sahlgrenska University Hospital

    Gothenburg, 413 46, Sweden

  • Univerisity Medical Center Groningen

    Groningen, Netherlands

  • University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

    Birmingham, B15 2WB, United Kingdom