Otolaryngology
Ear, nose & throat clinical trials
Hearing, balance, and conditions of the ears, nose, sinuses, and throat. We’re tracking 1,371 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable978
- Phase 2168
- Phase 399
- Phase 146
- Phase 434
- Phase 1/Phase 232
- Phase 2/Phase 314
Top conditions
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma80
- Dysphagia73
- Hearing Loss61
- Tinnitus31
- Hearing Loss, Sensorineural25
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma (NPC)24
- Allergic Rhinitis23
- Head and Neck Cancer22
- Oropharynx Cancer21
- Stroke20
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss18
- Nasopharyngeal Cancinoma (NPC)17
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis With Nasal Polyps15
- Oropharyngeal Cancer15
- Nasopharyngeal Cancer14
- Vestibular Schwannoma14
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma13
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis (CRS)12
Leading sponsors
- Sun Yat-sen University59
- Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University17
- Cairo University15
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris14
- NYU Langone Health14
- Mayo Clinic12
- National Cancer Institute (NCI)12
- Johns Hopkins University11
- Ming-Yuan Chen11
- Cochlear9
Where studies are running
- California62
- Maryland37
- New York35
- Florida30
- Massachusetts21
- Illinois20
- Texas18
- Arizona17
- Colorado16
- Alabama15
Recruiting studies1,371 total
- NCT07691853Recruiting
Custom hearing fitting for cochlear implant users with a hearing aid in the other ear
This study tests a new way to adjust the settings on your cochlear implant and hearing aid together. The goal is to improve your hearing by using the natural structure of your ear, which might help you hear better in everyday situations.
AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT07017998Recruiting
External device therapy for constant tinnitus
This study tests a new external device designed to help manage constant tinnitus. It is for adults aged 18–55 who have had bothersome ringing in their ears for at least a month and are not currently receiving other tinnitus treatments.
Bozeman, MontanaAges 18–55 - NCT06866418Recruiting
Phagenyx swallowing device registry study
This registry study looks at the Phagenyx system, a device that helps people with severe swallowing problems. It collects information from patients who are using the device or who need a feeding tube to see how well it works in real life.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges Any age - NCT07238387Recruiting
AR glasses for testing eye movements in vertigo patients
This trial tests whether a pair of AR glasses can help doctors check eye movements (nystagmus) in people with vertigo or dizziness. You would compare the new glasses with standard testing, and it might be more comfortable and wearable.
Kaohsiung, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT07250113Enrolling by invitation
WeCareToFeedDysphagia study for care partners of older adults
This trial tests a program to help care partners of older adults with Alzheimer's disease and swallowing problems. It aims to reduce stress and improve care at home.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06490029Recruiting
Hearing loss from cancer treatment: a diagnosis study
This study looks at hearing problems caused by cancer treatments that can damage the ears or nervous system. It aims to better understand and diagnose these side effects to help patients.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06490237Recruiting
Studying hearing nerve signals during brain surgery
This study records how the hearing nerve responds to speech sounds during planned brain surgery. It aims to understand hearing loss better and may help improve future treatments.
ReimsAges 18 years+ - NCT06491407Recruiting
Chewing and swallowing in older adults: a risk factor study
This study looks at how well older adults chew and swallow, and what factors might affect these functions. It may help identify ways to maintain independence and quality of life.
Ankara, IncekAges 65–120 - NCT06493825Recruiting
Mindfulness app for kids with severe tinnitus or misophonia
This trial tests whether a virtual reality mindfulness app can help children aged 10–18 with severe tinnitus or misophonia feel better mentally. It compares the mindfulness app to a placebo (sham) version.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 10–18 - NCT06497790Recruiting
Validating a swallowing screening for stroke patients
This study is testing a German version of a swallowing screening tool (BJH-SDS-G) for stroke patients. It aims to identify swallowing problems early.
Giesen, HesseAges 18–100 - NCT06499584Recruiting
How the Inner Ear Responds to Voices During Brain Surgery
This study looks at how the inner ear responds to human voices during brain surgery. It may help doctors understand hearing better and improve treatments for hearing loss.
ReimsAges 18–80 - NCT06499805Recruiting
Barriers and helpers to using OTC hearing aids
This study looks at what helps or makes it harder for adults to successfully use over-the-counter hearing aids. It focuses on people who have mild to moderate hearing loss in both ears and have never tried a hearing aid.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–89 - NCT06500975Recruiting
Long-Term Results After Vestibular Implant
This study checks how well a vestibular implant works over many years for people who already got one in earlier research at Johns Hopkins.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 22–90 - NCT06501807Recruiting
Biologics for severe nasal polyps: a French registry study
This study follows patients in France who are receiving biologic treatments for severe nasal polyps with chronic sinusitis. It collects information on how well these treatments work and their side effects over time.
LilleAges 18 years+ - NCT06505330Recruiting
Probiotics for kids with cleft palate
This study looks at whether giving probiotics (helpful bacteria) to children with cleft palate can improve the bacteria in their airways and possibly prevent infections. Researchers want to see if this simple treatment helps keep kids healthier.
Edegem, AntwerpAges 6 months–2 years - NCT06507007Recruiting
Inner ear function in Turner syndrome
This study looks at why some people with Turner syndrome have inner ear problems. It uses MRI and CBCT scans to understand the genetic and epigenetic causes.
HerningAges 18–60 - NCT06507202RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing Two Anesthetics for Recovery After Upper Airway Surgery
This trial compares two medications used during general anesthesia to see which one helps patients recover faster after surgery on the nose, mouth, throat, or voice box. Both drugs are commonly used, and the goal is to find which provides a smoother and quicker return to normal waking up.
Gyeonggi-do, Gwangmyeon-siAges 19 years+ - NCT06509009RecruitingPhase 2
Nimotuzumab and TGP for first-line recurrent / metastatic nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs—nimotuzumab (a targeted therapy) and TGP (a chemotherapy)—as a first treatment for people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has returned or spread. The goal is to see if this combination can shrink tumors and help patients live longer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06510972Recruiting
Eating versus fasting for ICU patients with breathing failure
This study looks at whether it's safe and helpful to let people with severe breathing problems in the ICU eat and drink normally instead of fasting. If you qualify, you may be assigned to either continue eating or to fast while doctors monitor your recovery.
BloisAges 18 years+ - NCT06511284Recruiting
Nutrition therapy for swallowing problems after breathing tube removal
This study tests whether specialized nutrition therapy can help patients who have trouble swallowing after a breathing tube is removed. The goal is to improve recovery and quality of life for people who need a feeding tube after leaving the hospital.
Mexico CityAges 18 years+ - NCT06512064Recruiting
Breath sound test for lung health
This study tests a new device that listens to your breathing to check lung health. It is for healthy people and those with asthma, COPD, CF, or other airway diseases.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges 8–70 - NCT06512662Recruiting
Support program for ENT cancer patients in a day hospital
This trial offers a support program for patients undergoing surgery for head and neck cancer. The goal is to help with recovery and well-being.
BrestAges 18 years+ - NCT06516133RecruitingPhase 3
Online adaptive radiotherapy for nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests a new type of radiation therapy that adjusts in real-time to treat nasopharyngeal cancer. It is for people who have not received prior radiation and have no distant spread of cancer.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–70 - NCT06516575Recruiting
Listening effort in cochlear implant users
This study measures how much effort it takes to listen and understand speech for adults with cochlear implants compared to those with normal hearing. It can help researchers learn how to improve hearing outcomes.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–75
Common questions
- How many ear, nose & throat clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 1,371 recruiting otolaryngology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 2,216 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Ear, nose & throat” cover here?
- Hearing, balance, and conditions of the ears, nose, sinuses, and throat. We group each study into ear, nose & throat based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a ear, nose & throat trial near me?
- Use the search to filter ear, nose & throat studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.