CINCINNATI CHILDREN’S REPORTS HEARING RESTORED THROUGH GENE THERAPY

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital has released long-term clinical data on an experimental gene therapy that has restored hearing in deaf patients participating in a clinical trial.

The procedure involves injecting a therapeutic gene directly into the ear and inner ear. According to the hospital, participating patients experienced hearing restoration into the normal range without receiving implants.

Hospital officials said the long-term data confirmed that the treatment’s benefits have continued.

Strict eligibility requirements remain in place for children and adults seeking to participate in the procedure.