Hydrocephalus and inner-ear fluid study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study looks at the link between hydrocephalus (extra fluid in the brain) and a condition called endolymphatic hydrops, which is extra fluid in the inner ear. It aims to see if people with hydrocephalus are more likely to have this inner-ear fluid issue, which could help with future treatment.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with hydrocephalus by a neurosurgeon.
- You do not have any ear diseases or hearing problems.
- You have not had diabetes or high blood pressure.
- You have not taken any medications that can harm the ears (ototoxic drugs).
- You have no history of head or ear injury from noise exposure.
- You have no other neurological conditions besides hydrocephalus.
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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