What is this study trying to find out about complicated ENT infections?

This study is observing how complicated infections in the sinuses, ears, neck, and larynx are managed by specialists in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Researchers want to collect data on treatment methods and outcomes to improve care and develop clinical guidelines. The study is sponsored by the University Medical Centre Ljubljana and involves standard treatment practices.

Who may be eligible for this complicated ENT infections clinical trial?

Anyone diagnosed with complicated infections in the sinuses, ears, neck soft tissues, or larynx and treated at the University Medical Centre Ljubljana may be eligible. There is no age or gender restriction, but participants must agree to join and meet diagnosis criteria. Please review eligibility criteria for more details.

Is there any cost to participate in this complicated ENT infections clinical trial?

Study-related care, including all treatments and trial visits, is provided at no cost. However, personal travel and other expenses may vary and are not guaranteed to be covered by the study.

Actively Recruiting

All Genders

ID06023550

Study of Complex Sinus, Ear, Neck, and Throat Infections Treated by Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists in Ljubljana, Slovenia

Led by University Medical Centre Ljubljana · Updated on 2026-04-29

2550

Participants Needed

Research Sites

52 weeks

Total Duration

AI-Summary

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to gather detailed information about complicated infections treated by ear, nose, and throat ENT specialists in Ljubljana, Slovenia. It focuses on understanding how complicated infections of the sinuses, ears and temporal bone, neck soft tissues, and larynx are managed. The purpose is to improve treatment outcomes, shorten hospital stays, and develop clear clinical pathways for these diseases in Slovenia by comparing local data with other countries. Participants in this observational study will receive standard care according to established evidence-based clinical guidelines, which may include surgery andor conservative treatments. The study groups consist of patients with complicated infections in different ENT areas, including sinonasal infections, ear or temporal bone infections, neck soft tissue infections, and laryngeal infections. Treatments will be provided as usual without experimental interventions. During the study, researchers will collect data to create a database of patients treated at the University Medical Centre Ljubljana. They will monitor disease-free survival over 12 months and analyze treatment outcomes to provide transparent, ongoing information about managing these infections. Participation involves standard medical care and follow-up to assess recovery and complications, contributing to improved understanding and care quality over time.

CONDITIONS

Brief Title

Complicated Infections in Otorhinolaryngology

Who Can Participate

All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

You may qualify if you...

Diagnosed with rhinitis, sinusitis, facial cellulitis, facial abscess, nasal furuncle, outer/middle/inner ear infection, temporal bone infection, soft tissue neck infection with or without bone and cartilage involvement, laryngitis, epiglottitis (or supraglottitis), or related complications
Treated at the Department of Otorhinolaryngology and Cervicofacial Surgery, University Medical Center Ljubljana

You will not qualify if you...

Patient or legal guardian does not agree to participate in the research
Does not meet the inclusion criteria listed above

Research Team

Domen Vozel, MD, PhD

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