Robot-Assisted ear surgery could improve hearing implants

NCT ID NCT04048239

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire, Amiens Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tested a robotic system (ROSA) to assist with cochlear implant surgery, which restores hearing in people with profound hearing loss. The robot aims to make the surgery safer and less invasive by improving precision. Nine adults eligible for cochlear implants took part, and researchers measured surgery time and quality.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: cochlear implantation procedure using the ROSA robot
What this could lead to: If successful, this robotic approach could make cochlear implant surgery safer, more precise, and less invasive for people with severe hearing loss.
What could go wrong: This was a very small early-stage trial with only 9 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The robotic system may not work for everyone, especially those with ear abnormalities.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Hearing Loss, Sensorineural sensorineural hearing loss disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

COCHLEAR HEARING LOSS IMPLANT

Contacts and locations

Locations

CHU Amiens

Amiens, 80000, France

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