New device aims to save natural hearing during cochlear implant surgery

NCT ID NCT04707885

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ohio State University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a special monitoring tool called electrocochleography can help surgeons preserve a patient's remaining natural hearing while placing a cochlear implant. About 40 adults with severe hearing loss in both ears will be randomly assigned to receive the monitoring or standard surgery. Researchers will measure hearing levels over two years to see if the device makes a difference.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Electrocochleography monitoring device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help surgeons preserve more natural hearing during cochlear implant surgery, improving outcomes for patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study focused on measuring hearing preservation, not a treatment. The device may not provide a clear advantage over standard surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hearing loss disorder Hearing Loss, Bilateral Hearing Loss, Sensorineural sensorineural hearing loss disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEARING LOSS HEARING LOSS, BILATERAL HEARING LOSS, SENSORINEURAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mayo Clinic
RECRUITING

Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
Medical College of Wisconsin
RECRUITING

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States
Ohio State University Eye and Ear Institute
RECRUITING

Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill
RECRUITING

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States
Washington University in St. Louis
RECRUITING

St Louis, Missouri, 63110, United States

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