Lavender and bergamot aromatherapy to ease anxiety before colonoscopy

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

Adults scheduled for colonoscopy are offered inhalation of lavender, bergamot, or a placebo prior to the procedure, with measurements taken of self-reported anxiety, vital signs, and feelings of embarrassment. The trial compares the three interventions to see if aromatherapy produces measurable changes in these outcomes. Lavender and bergamot have shown calming effects in other procedure-related settings, but their combined use specifically before colonoscopy has not been previously tested. Results are intended to inform simple, evidence-based nursing approaches to reduce pre-procedure distress.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients over 18 years of age
* Patients undergoing a colonoscopy
* Patients capable of reading and understanding the study instructions

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who refused to participate in the study
* Patients who reported an allergy to any of the lavender or bergamot extracts used in the study

Where it's running

• Famagusta State Hospital
  Famagusta, Cyprus Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Eray Yucedag, MSc Student — Eastern Mediterranean University
• Study coordinator: Eray Yucedag, MSc student
• Email: eray_ycedag@icloud.com
• Phone: 05428884948

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.