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What is Glue Ear (Otitis Media)?

Otitis media with effusion (OME), also known as glue ear, is a buildup of non-infected fluid in the middle ear space behind the eardrum

Causes

Symptoms

How the Ear Works

The Eustachian tube is a small channel connecting the back of the throat to the middle ear.
It normally opens briefly when swallowing or yawning to drain fluid and equalize air pressure.
Problems occur when the tube becomes swollen, blocked, or congested (often from colds, allergies, or immature anatomy).
When blocked, fluid cannot drain and becomes trapped behind the eardrum.

CLiKX®️ for Children

(Aged 6 Months & Older)

Children aged 6 months and older who suffer from persistent middle-ear fluid or recurrent infections, the CLiKX®️ system offers a modern alternative to traditional surgery. By automating the micro-incision and tube placement steps into a rapid, sensor-guided mechanism, ENT specialists can deliver efficient, consistent care tailored to young pediatric patients.

CLiKX®️ for Adult

(In-Office Ear Tube Treatment for Adults)

Persistent middle-ear fluid, pressure imbalance, and recurring infections can significantly impact adult hearing and daily comfort. The CLiKX®️ system offers a fast, minimally invasive in-clinic procedure. By combining the micro-incision and tube placement into a single automated step, CLiKX®️ enables ENT specialists to deliver efficient, precise care under local anesthesia helping adult patients get back to their day without the hassle of hospital admittance or lengthy recovery times.

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10 Facts On Ear Tube Surgery

Glue ear is the layman’s term for otitis media with effusion (OME).
Glue ear happens when fluid is trapped in the middle ear space behind the ear drum, and does not drain through the eustachian tube which connects the middle ear and the back of the nose.
In children, the majority of the ear tube surgery is in those below 6 years old, due to immature eustachian tubes. It is a WHO identified cause of concern for hearing loss.
Glue ear has a higher prevalence where there is higher crowding (including day care centres), infectious disease, allergy, large adenoid, malnutrition or craniofacial differences.
In adults, ear tube surgery is needed for glue ears aggravated by sinusitis, allergy, head and neck cancer, dive and flight middle ear pressure issues; and the need to place ear tubes to instil middle ear medications to treat hearing loss and giddiness, or for hyperbaric oxygen therapy that treats burns, infections and diabetic wounds that are hard to heal.

Chronic glue ear results in hearing difficulties, speech, language and academic delays. It reduces quality of life, social and work options longer term. It increases caregiver burden.
Serious effects include permanent hearing loss, brain infection, ear bone erosion and ear tumor.
Ventilation ear tubes (a.k.a Tympanostomy or Grommet tubes) are inserted to drain chronic middle ear fluid or prevent repeated acute otitis media.
During surgery, an incision is made on the ear drum, and a ventilation ear tube is inserted onto a less than paper-thin ear drum through a small ear canal 0.4 - 1 cm in diameter (child - adult).
Current surgery usually requires a change of multiple instruments, general anesthesia, operating theatre setting and a costly surgical microscope, especially so for children.

10 Numbers On Otitis Media

Prevalence rates of otitis media is high, reaching 15% in USA, 25% in India to even 50% amongst the Aborigine population in Australia. Even in USA, only 15% of those told by their doctors to get ear tubes agree to or can access the surgery.
Similar numbers of children and adults get ear tubes a year in USA, as there are many more adults than children.
Otitis media is the leading cause for children visits to doctors.
Otitis media is the leading cause of antibiotic prescription by doctors for children.
Otitis media is the leading cause of hearing loss in children.

Ventilation tube insertion is the most common surgery performed under general anesthesia for children.
In children, the peak prevalence of otitis media occurs between age 6-18 months and 4-5 years.
80% - 90% of children in USA have at least one documented middle ear effusion by age 2 years.
One third of children in USA experience six or more episodes of acute otitis media by age 7 years.
The reported number of ventilation tubes placed worldwide are underestimations of the real need – challenges with access, cost, general anesthesia and surgical microscopes.

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List of clinics using CLiKX

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How does CLiKX®️ work?

CLiKX®️: The world’s first smart robotic handheld device that inserts a ear tube for glue ear surgery with 1 click, in 1 second.
Technology: Powered by a unique integration of proximity indicator, force sensing, software pre-programmed, precision engineered cutter tip.
Components: Reusable handheld device, single use shaft. Compatible with FDA/ CE ear tube.
Pros: Reduced risk, cost, wait times, manpower, and operating theatre needs. Standardizes procedure, increase access and equity

What Parents & Patients Are Saying

"I can hear now! No pain"

65-Year-Old Patient - SingaporeFirst adult patient treated under local anaesthesia in a procedure room Singapore General Hospital

"The procedure was quick, comfortable, and much easier than we expected. Our child recovered smoothly and was back to normal activities very quickly."

Parent of a Paediatric Patient – SingaporeMount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard)

"I want to fly and see Messi after my procedure!"

7-Year-Old Patient - SingaporeChild patient treated under local anaesthesia in a procedure room
Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard)

"The procedure was much easier than we expected. The doctor explained everything clearly, and our child was comfortable throughout the process."

Parent of a Paediatric Patient – Dallas North-Central Texas, USAFirst child patient treated by Dr Arun Badi

"After seeking treatment overseas, including Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), without significant improvement, the patient returned to Singapore for further treatment and care."

Dr Kenneth Oo - Singapore9-Year-old child patient. Procedure performed under General anaesthesia in OT Mount Elizabeth Hospital (Orchard)