Bioactive glass for ear surgery cavity filling
Part of Ear, nose & throat clinical trials.
This trial tests using a special glass material to fill in the cavity left after ear surgery, which can cause problems like drainage, dizziness, and trouble with hearing aids. The goal is to see if this material helps create a more stable ear.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You had ear surgery that removed the back wall of the ear canal, or a previous attempt to fill the cavity, at least one year ago.
- You have symptoms from the cavity like discharge, dizziness, trouble with water activities, or difficulty using hearing aids.
- You are over 18 years old and able to give consent.
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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