Safety and Efficacy of Intratympanic Application of Dexamethasone Via Catheter in Patients With Sudden Hearing Loss
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2007-07-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of an intratympanic
continuous two-week application of dexamethasone compared to placebo using a temporarily
implanted catheter in patients with severe to profound sudden sensorineural hearing loss and
insufficient recovery after initial systemic prednisolone therapy.