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Seeing sound: new eye on ear bones could sharpen hearing loss diagnosis

NCT ID NCT07732920

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First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study tests a new imaging system that uses OCT and vibrometry to let doctors see the middle ear bones and measure how they move in response to sound. The study enrolls 500 adults with conductive or sensorineural hearing loss. The goal is to compare these detailed motion measurements with standard hearing tests to see if the new approach can provide clearer diagnostic information.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this imaging method could improve diagnosis of hearing loss by directly visualizing how the middle ear bones move.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study, so the technique may not prove reliable or useful in routine care. It is purely diagnostic and does not treat hearing loss.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 500 people

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Expected to start

Aug 2026

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Expected to finish

Aug 2028

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Lead sponsor

A company

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

Who can take part

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Who is studied

Adults ages 18+

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Adults ages 18+ Conductive or sensorineural hearing loss - Exclusion Criteria: Adults with normal hearing Children Subjects unable to understand Informed consent \-

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CDHA, Nova Scotia Health Authority, 3039-5820 University Avenue 3rd floor Dickson Centre Halifax NS B3H 1V7 Canada

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

  • Zeiss Medical Technology/Audioptics Medical Incorporated

    Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 0E9, Canada

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