A multi-centre randomised controlled trial to compare nasal balloon autoinflation versus no nasal balloon autoinflation for otitis media with effusion in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children (the INFLATE trial) [ 2017 - 2020 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Penelope Abbott (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Deborah Askew ,  A/Pr Federico Girosi ,  A/Pr Kelvin Kong ,  Dr Hasantha Gunasekera
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Brief description Otitis media with effusion (OME) or ’glue ear’ is a common ear problem in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children. In OME, fluid accumulates in the middle ear. This can cause hearing loss and learning difficulties and lead to surgery. We will see if the use of a simple device in which a child blows up a balloon with their nostrils (nasal balloon autoinflation) helps resolve glue ear, improves hearing and is acceptable for the management of this important ear health problem.

Funding Amount $AUD 2,599,906.24

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant