Can a tiny ear tube offer lasting relief for middle ear infections?

NCT ID NCT07029997

First seen Aug 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is checking how well the Solo+ tympanostomy tube works in people with middle ear infections. Researchers will review doctor notes, monitor how the tubes function after surgery, and ask patients or their parents about their experience. The goal is to gather real-world information on the device's performance and safety in both people who have already had the procedure and those who are scheduled for it.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
Solo+ Tympanostomy Tube Device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could confirm the Solo+ ear tube as a reliable, safe option for managing recurrent middle ear infections, potentially reducing the need for repeat procedures.
What could go wrong
This is a post-market observational study, not a randomized trial, so it cannot prove the device is better than alternatives. Risks include tube blockage, early extrusion, or procedure-related complications.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • I.R.C.C.S. Materno Infantile Burlo Garofolo

    RECRUITING

    Trieste, Trieste (TS), 6534137, Italy

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