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TNF-α Treatment of Blast-Induced Tinnitus
NCT04066348 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
The purpose of this multi-site research study is to determine if Etanercept, compared to a placebo, significantly reduces the severity of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) associated with history of blast and/or noise exposure or associated with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and/or concussion. Individuals who qualify will be randomized into one of two groups: The group receiving the medication Etanercept or the group receiving a saline solution placebo.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- BIOLOGICAL Etanercept
- OTHER Saline
Study Locations (4)
Florida
- Advent Health — Celebration
- University of Miami — Coral Gables
Michigan
- Wayne State University — Detroit
- Michigan Ear Institute — Farmington Hills
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 88 participants |
| Start Date | 2022-07-01 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-09 |
| Phase | Phase 2 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT04066348
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT04066348 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as Phase 2, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 88 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Wayne State University, which has 145 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 1 condition, with Tinnitus, Noise Induced appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions — of which Etanercept is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT04066348 reports 4 study locations spanning 2 distinct geographic areas — top geographies include Florida, Michigan. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT04066348 about?
NCT04066348 is a clinical study titled "TNF-α Treatment of Blast-Induced Tinnitus". The purpose of this multi-site research study is to determine if Etanercept, compared to a placebo, significantly reduces the severity of tinnitus (ringing in the ears) associated with history of blast and/or noise exposure or associated with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and/or concussion. Individua...
What is the current status of trial NCT04066348?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Phase 2 study. The enrollment target is 88 participants. The study started on 2022-07-01. Estimated completion is 2026-09.
What conditions does trial NCT04066348 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Tinnitus, Noise Induced. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT04066348?
The interventions under investigation include: Etanercept (BIOLOGICAL), Saline (OTHER). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT04066348?
This trial is sponsored by Wayne State University, which has 145 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT04066348 being conducted?
This trial has 4 study locations across Florida, Michigan. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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