Prelingual non-syndromic genetic hearing loss
MONDO:0016297A rare, genetically highly heterogeneous otorhinolaryngologic disease, resulting from inner and/or middle ear or hearing nerve anomalies, typically characterized by bilateral, severe to profound hearing loss (mean sensorineural hearing impairment of 60 dB or more for 500-, 1,000-, and 2,000-Hz frequency tones in the better ear) which occurs before the onset of speech development and is not associated with visible external ear abnormalities or any other medical problems. It is usually nonprogressive and impedes oral language acquisition.
Also known as: prelingual non-syndromic genetic hearing loss, isolated prelingual genetic deafness, prelingual non-syndromic genetic deafness
37 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 5 tagged with Prelingual non-syndromic genetic hearing loss itself.
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Study seeks best speech therapy for children with cochlear implants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study observes 60 children with severe hearing loss who received cochlear implants before age 2. Researchers will track their speech therapy sessions and language skills over time to see which therapy approaches and how much therapy lead to better language development. The g…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:39 UTC
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Tiny recorder may boost talking in deaf children with cochlear implants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a small recording device called LENA can help speech therapists guide parents to improve their child's language environment. Thirty children with profound congenital deafness who received a cochlear implant before 18 months old will wear the recorder at h…
Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 16:34 UTC