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Otitis Media clinical trials
Every US clinical trial registered for Otitis Media — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.
16 US clinical trials · 4 currently recruiting
The research picture
Otitis Media has 16 registered US clinical trials, 4 of them open to new participants right now — about 25% of the total.
- 4
- recruiting participants now
- 25%
- of trials open to enrollment
- 3
- in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
- 3
- top sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital
Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.
Active & Recent Trials
Coherent Optical Detection of Middle Ear Disease
Medical College of Wisconsin
NCT05353569
Evaluation of Outcomes Following In-office Tympanostomy Using the Tula® System: a Prospective, Multi-center Registry
Smith & Nephew
NCT05915078
Does Topical Otic Drop Use at Time of Tympanostomy Tube Surgery Improve Outcomes When no Middle Ear Effusion is Present
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT03655665
In-Office Clinical Study of the Solo+ TTD
AventaMed DAC
NCT05741333
Diagnostic Utility of Otosight Middle Ear Scope
Baylor College of Medicine
NCT05641285
Digital Otoscope Versus Education and Feedback for Otitis Media in Young Children
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT06731660
Improving Otitis Media Care With Clinical Decision Support
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
NCT00581711
ParentLink: Better and Safer Emergency Care for Children
Boston Children's Hospital
NCT00457600
Middle Ear Disease Before Age 3, Treatment With Ear Tubes, and Literacy and Attentional Abilities at Ages 9 to 11
Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD)
NCT00365092
The Impact of Ear Pain Anticipatory Guidance Counseling on Otitis Related Visits in a Low Income Population
University of Colorado, Denver
NCT02616458
In-Office Study of the Hummingbird® in Children 6 Months-21 Years Old
Preceptis Medical
NCT03544138
A Pilot Study to Evaluate the Efficacy of Montelukast in the Treatment of Acute Otitis Media (AOM) in Children
Deborah Gentile
NCT00189462
Tympanostomy Tube Placement in Children in the Office (Inova Study)
Integra LifeSciences Corporation
NCT01496287
Study of FAECC Scale (Modified FLACC) to Evaluate Ear Pain in Children With Acute Otitis Media
Arbor Pharmaceuticals
NCT01588535
Effect of Simethicone on Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
University of Pittsburgh
NCT01312038
Nervous System Manipulation and Botanicals for the Treatment of Recurrent Ear Infections in Children
National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)
NCT00010465
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 2 | 3 |
| Phase 3 | 1 |
| Phase 4 | 2 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Otitis Media Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 16 US studies indexed under Otitis Media, and 4 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 25% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Otitis Media shows 3 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 3 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Otitis Media is led by Boston Children's Hospital with 3 indexed trials, alongside 9 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 16 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Otitis Media?
PlainTrial tracks 16 US clinical trials for Otitis Media, of which 4 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Otitis Media?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.