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
- NCT07398859RecruitingPhase 2
New injection for seasonal allergy symptoms
This study tests an investigational injection called TQH2722 combined with standard allergy therapy for seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It may help people whose allergy symptoms are not well controlled during pollen season.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07402941Recruiting
Testing inner ear stimulation during awake ear surgery
This study tests a new way to stimulate your hearing nerve during ear surgery while you are awake. It might help doctors better understand hearing loss and improve future treatments.
Cleveland, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07407582RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Sodium thiosulfate to protect hearing during cisplatin chemo
This trial tests whether a medicine called sodium thiosulfate can protect your hearing from the side effects of cisplatin chemotherapy. It is for people with newly diagnosed cancer who are about to receive cisplatin for the first time.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07412314Recruiting
Proton Therapy for Recurrent Nasopharyngeal Cancer
This trial uses proton therapy (a precise type of radiation) to treat people whose nasopharyngeal cancer has come back. It aims to see if this treatment can help control the cancer while limiting side effects.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT07416292Recruiting
Hearing and hard-of-hearing teen study
This study looks at how hearing loss affects teenagers' language and thinking skills. It compares teens with hearing loss to those with typical hearing to better understand listening and development.
HelsinkiAges 11–16 - NCT07419230Recruiting
Digital tool to help with allergy shot adherence
This trial tests a digital tool designed to help patients stick to their allergy immunotherapy schedule. If you have allergic rhinitis (with or without asthma) and are starting a new single-allergy treatment, you may be able to join.
Madrid, MadridAges Any age - NCT07419464RecruitingPhase 2
Testing 5-FU for head and neck cancer that has returned
This trial tests the drug 5-fluorouracil (5-FU) in people with head and neck cancer that has come back or spread. It aims to see if 5-FU can help when other treatments have stopped working.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT07426835Recruiting
Comparing two hernia prevention methods in robotic esophageal cancer surgery
This trial compares two ways of closing the diaphragm during robotic esophageal cancer surgery to see if one reduces the chance of a hernia later. If you're having a robotic esophagectomy for cure, you may be able to join.
Dublin, BeaumontAges 18 years+ - NCT07434583Recruiting
Force sensor study for laryngeal surgery patients
This trial tests a force sensor tool used during laryngeal surgery (surgery on the voice box) via direct laryngoscopy (a tube inserted through the mouth). It may help surgeons apply the right amount of force to reduce tongue injuries.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07435155Recruiting
Voice and breathing test for speech problems after brain injury
This study uses voice recordings and breathing tests to better understand speech problems (dysarthria) that can happen after a brain injury. It may help improve how these problems are diagnosed and treated.
Salamanca, SalamancaAges 18 years+ - NCT07435298Recruiting
Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for chronic tinnitus
This trial tests if navigated repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (a non-invasive brain stimulation technique) can help reduce chronic tinnitus symptoms. It aims to find a safe and effective treatment option for people with persistent ringing in the ears.
SingaporeAges 21–80 - NCT07435714Recruiting
Helping patients choose surgery for chronic nasal swelling
This trial is testing a tool called a patient decision aid to help people with chronic hypertrophic rhinitis (long-term nasal swelling) make better choices about their surgery. You will be asked to use the aid and share your thoughts.
New Taipei CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07443891Recruiting
Brain changes from vibration in laryngeal dystonia
This study uses a gentle vibrating device placed on the skin to see how it affects brain activity in people with laryngeal dystonia (a voice disorder). The goal is to learn more about how the brain controls voice and maybe find new ways to help.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18–75 - NCT07447427Recruiting
Language development in kids with cochlear implants and speech therapy
This study looks at how children with cochlear implants develop language and how speech-language therapy can help. It may be a good fit for children who received a cochlear implant between 8 and 24 months old and have had follow-up care for at least two years.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 2.7 years–4 years - NCT07452380Recruiting
Dust mite allergy shot therapy for kids with rhinitis or asthma
This trial tests allergy shots for children with dust mite allergies causing rhinitis or asthma. It aims to see if guiding treatment with detailed allergy testing leads to better results.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 5–18 - NCT07459296RecruitingPhase 3
Becotatug vedotin plus sintilimab for advanced nasopharyngeal cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs, becotatug vedotin and sintilimab, for patients with a type of nasopharyngeal cancer that has spread to nearby lymph nodes but not to distant organs. It aims to see if this treatment can help control the disease.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 18–70 - NCT07472998Recruiting
Heart rate changes in people with a specific dizziness condition
This study looks at heart rate differences in people who have brief episodes of spinning dizziness (BPPV) compared to healthy people. It aims to see if the dizziness affects how the heart responds.
Istanbul, KüçükçekmeceAges 18–65 - NCT07479446Recruiting
Comparing two painkillers for nausea after brain surgery
This trial tests if a newer painkiller (oliceridine) causes less nausea after a specific type of brain surgery than the standard painkiller (sufentanil). If you are having CPA region surgery and will receive a patient-controlled pain pump, this study may help find a better option for managing pain with fewer side effects.
BeijingAges 18–65 - NCT07479680Recruiting
Chin-tuck exercise for swallowing after stroke
This trial tests a chin-tuck exercise (pressing your chin down against resistance) to improve swallowing function after a stroke. It includes both people with swallowing problems and healthy volunteers.
Taipei, TaipeiAges 18–90 - NCT04923087Recruiting
Sound and eating pleasure study for older adults
This trial tests if listening to sounds while eating can make the experience more enjoyable for older adults in hospitals or nursing homes. If you are 65 or older and can safely eat cookies, you may be eligible.
NiceAges 65 years+ - NCT07651891RecruitingPhase 4
Dog allergy vaccine study for Swedish adults
This study tests an allergy shot (Alutard SQ Dog) for people with moderate to severe dog allergies. It aims to see how well the vaccine works in Swedish medical practices.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 18–50 - NCT03893643Recruiting
Skin and mouth symptoms of NF2 in children under 15
This study looks at skin and mouth problems that children with NF2 may have. It helps doctors learn more about NF2 symptoms in kids, which may lead to better care.
NiceAges birth–15 years - NCT07563439RecruitingPhase 2
PollenVax Shot for Mugwort Pollen Allergies
This study tests a new allergy shot (PollenVax) given under the skin to treat seasonal allergies caused by mugwort pollen. If you have moderate-to-severe mugwort allergies confirmed by testing, this trial may help reduce your symptoms during pollen season.
Almaty, AlmatyAges 18–65 - NCT07489807Recruiting
Can mild hearing aids help with tinnitus?
This study tests if mild-gain hearing aids can reduce bothersome tinnitus in people with normal hearing. It aims to see if wearing these devices improves your tinnitus perception.
LyngbyAges 18 years+
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.