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Real-World data sheds light on Long-Term cochlear implant performance

NCT ID NCT07697911

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: MED-EL Elektromedizinische Geräte GesmbH Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 13, 2026 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study looks back at the medical records of 200 people who received a SONATA 2 cochlear implant. The goal is to understand how well the implant works over time in real-world settings, including speech recognition in quiet and noisy environments. Researchers will also analyze device usage and hardware settings. The findings may help improve future care for people with severe hearing loss.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could provide evidence on how well SONATA 2 cochlear implants work over the long term in everyday life.
What could go wrong
This is a retrospective study that only looks back at existing data, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may be limited by incomplete or inconsistent records.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 200 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

May 2027

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Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

In this retrospective observational study, the inclusion and exclusion criteria encompass all individuals with a SONATA 2 cochlear implant at the study centers. By including all individuals with a SONATA 2 cochlear implant from the study centers, the investigation population is representative of the target population. The investigation population is representative of "real-world" users of SONATA 2 cochlear implant.

Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * At least one MED-EL SONATA 2 cochlear implant with a compatible MED-EL audio processor Exclusion Criteria: * Lack of compliance with any inclusion criteria

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hearing loss disorder Hearing Loss, Sensorineural sensorineural hearing loss disorder X-linked mixed hearing loss with perilymphatic gusher

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cochlear implant Cochlear implantation Sensorineural hearing loss Sonata 2

How to take part

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  1. The places running it

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  2. The official record

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital Universitario La Paz

    Madrid, 28046, Spain

  • Hospital Universitario y Politécnico La Fe

    Valencia, 46026, Spain

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