Scar tissue around cochlear implants: a hidden key to better hearing?
NCT ID NCT04320251
First seen Apr 12, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study looks at scar tissue that can form around cochlear implants over time, which may affect how well the device works. Researchers will check for scar tissue in 24 adults who need a second implant surgery. The goal is to use this information to improve computer models that could help adjust the implant for better hearing.
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
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