Smartphone otoscope study for kids with ear infections
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This study tests a smartphone-based tool to help describe chronic ear infections in children from communities with limited resources. If your child has a middle ear problem, you may be able to participate from home using a special camera.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Your child must be between 1 and 17 years old.
- Your child must have a problem with their middle ear (the part behind the eardrum).
- You, as a parent or guardian, must agree to take part and follow the study steps.
- You need a smartphone with internet to capture pictures of your child's ear using a provided device.
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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