Comparing speech understanding: gene therapy vs. cochlear implant
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This study compares how well people with severe hearing loss from birth understand speech after either gene therapy (which fixes a faulty gene) or a cochlear implant (a device that helps you hear). It includes healthy people with normal hearing as a comparison group, and it aims to see which treatment works better for understanding spoken language.
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Who can take part
- You have severe hearing loss from birth (hearing levels of 65 dB or more)
- You have already received either gene therapy (a treatment that replaces a faulty gene) or a cochlear implant, or you are planning to get one of these
- You speak Mandarin Chinese as your first language
- You are at least 6 months old
- You do not have other ear problems, serious illnesses, or conditions that could interfere with the surgery or treatment
- You and your guardian are willing to give permission and follow the study schedule
Quick eligibility check
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