Ear tubes may improve sleep and quality of life in toddlers with chronic ear fluid
NCT ID NCT06100159
First seen Jan 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 10, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study looked at whether placing small tubes in the ears of children aged 1-4 with chronic ear fluid (otitis media with effusion) improves their sleep and quality of life. Sixty children were randomly assigned to either receive ear tubes or not. Sleep was measured with a wrist-worn activity monitor, and parents filled out quality-of-life questionnaires. The goal was to see if the tubes help children sleep better and improve daily life for both kids and their caregivers.
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Peter Tingsgaard
Slagelse, Denmark
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Ørelægerne Fredericia
Fredericia, 7000, Denmark
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