Improving hearing loss detection using advanced otoacoustic emissions
Next Generation OAEs
['FUNDING_R01'] · NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY · NIH-10880934
This study is looking to improve how we check for hearing loss by using a new method that measures sounds from the inner ear, which could help catch early signs of hearing changes from aging or noise exposure, making it easier for people to understand their hearing health.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Chicago, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10880934 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the diagnostic capabilities of distortion product otoacoustic emissions (DPOAE) to better detect and monitor hearing loss. It aims to validate a new protocol for recording DP-Grams, which will use specific frequency conditions tailored to the cochlea's properties. Additionally, the study will explore how DPOAE growth functions can identify early cochlear changes due to aging or noise exposure. By expanding the frequency range of DPOAE applications, the research seeks to provide more accurate assessments of hearing health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing mild to moderate hearing loss or those at risk of hearing deterioration due to aging or noise exposure.
Not a fit: Patients with severe hearing loss or those who do not have any hearing-related issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnoses of hearing loss, improving patient outcomes and treatment options.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using advanced DPOAE techniques for hearing assessment, indicating a potential for success in this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, UNITED STATES
- NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY — Chicago, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DHAR, SUMITRAJIT — NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: DHAR, SUMITRAJIT
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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