Hydrocephalus and inner ear fluid study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study looks at whether people with hydrocephalus (extra fluid in the brain) might also have a related fluid problem in the inner ear, called endolymphatic hydrops. If you have hydrocephalus and no other ear or health issues, this trial could help understand the connection.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with hydrocephalus by a neurosurgeon.
- You do not have any history of ear diseases.
- You do not have diabetes or high blood pressure.
- You have not taken any medications that can harm the ears (ototoxic drugs).
- You have no birth defects of the outer ear or ear canal.
- You have no family history of inherited hearing loss and no history of loud noise exposure.
- You have no other brain or nerve problems 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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