Evaluating the benefits of adenoidectomy for children with ear infections
Official title: The Effectiveness of Adjuvant Adenoidectomy in Surgical Management of Otitis Media
Funded at Children's Hosp of Philadelphia · NIH-10985153 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how well removing the adenoids helps kids with ear infections, and it aims to gather information from many children's hospitals to better understand the benefits of this surgery for young patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Hosp of Philadelphia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $179,919 |
| NIH project number | 1K23DC021217-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10985153 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years who experience recurrent ear infections.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have recurrent ear infections or those outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how effective adenoidectomy, a surgical procedure to remove the adenoids, is in treating children suffering from otitis media, which is a common ear infection. The study aims to gather data from a large network of pediatric hospitals to assess patient outcomes and improve surgical management strategies. By focusing on diverse patient populations and incorporating patient-reported outcomes, the research seeks to provide a clearer understanding of the benefits of this surgery for young patients. The project is led by Dr. Kavita Dedhia, who is dedicated to advancing pediatric otolaryngology.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved surgical management of ear infections in children, enhancing their overall health and quality of life.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promising results in similar surgical interventions for pediatric ear infections, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Dedhia, Kavita — Children's Hosp of Philadelphia
- Study coordinator: Dedhia, Kavita
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.