The Inner Ear Function in Psoriatic Patients
Launched by HAEMEK MEDICAL CENTER, ISRAEL · Mar 4, 2019
Trial Information
Current as of June 24, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Whether psoriatic patients have higher risk for developing inner ear dysfunction (hearing loss and dizziness) is an important issue that needs to be elucidated. Awareness to the elevated risk (if there is any) of inner ear impairment, early detection and treatment of the condition may reduce the morbidities resulting from undiagnosed audiovestibular impairment.
In a prospective study the investigators will examine the inner ear function (vestibular and auditory) of psoriatic patients and compare it to an healthy, young control group.
The study will include 2 groups of participants: psoria...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Psoriatic patients that are treated in our institute.
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Patients suffering from cardiovascular diseases (peripheral vascular disease,congestive heart failure, status post cerebrovascular accident).
- • Conditions that are harmful to the inner ear (chronic renal failure,history of noise exposure, usage of ototoxic drugs, chronic otitis media, ear surgery in the past, significant head trauma in the past, ear drum perforation).
- • participant that complains of vertigo/ dizziness/ unsteadiness.
- • Participant who is/ was suffering from known inner ear disease: meniere disease, acoustic neurinoma, vestibular neuronitis.
About Haemek Medical Center, Israel
Haemek Medical Center, located in Israel, is a leading healthcare institution renowned for its commitment to advancing medical research and patient care. With a strong emphasis on clinical trials, the center collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to explore innovative treatments and therapies across various medical fields. Haemek Medical Center is dedicated to maintaining high ethical standards and regulatory compliance, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants while contributing valuable insights to the global medical community. Through its robust research programs and state-of-the-art facilities, the center aims to enhance healthcare outcomes and foster scientific advancements.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Afula, , Israel
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Miki Paker, MD
Principal Investigator
haemek medical center
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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