Testing a noise-reduction program for cochlear implant users
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial checks how well a computer “noise reduction” algorithm works for people who use cochlear implants. It may help make speech easier to understand in noisy settings.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be at least 12 years old
- You must use a cochlear implant
- You must have had your implant for at least 6 months
- You can use any cochlear implant brand or model
- For children, the study leader must think you’re ready developmentally to do the tasks
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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