Inside the minds of kids born without an ear: Surgery's hidden impact revealed
NCT ID NCT04063020
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 30 times
Summary
This study looked at how children aged 10 to 16 with a missing outer ear (ear aplasia) feel about their condition and how reconstructive surgery affects their emotions and thinking. Researchers used interviews and psychological tests to understand their mental state before and after surgery. The goal was to learn more about the emotional challenges these children face, not to test a new treatment.
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Hôpital Necker-Enfants Malades
Paris, 75015, France
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