Using 360-degree Virtual Reality to Reduce Anxiety Before Cardiac Surgery
The Effects of 360-degree Virtual Reality on Pre-procedural Anxiety in Patients Awaiting Elective Cardiac Surgery Involving a Sternotomy
This study tests if using 360-degree virtual reality can help reduce anxiety in patients getting ready for heart surgery compared to regular patient education.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Academisch Medisch Centrum - Universiteit van Amsterdam (AMC-UvA) Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Amsterdam, North Holland) |
| Trial ID | NCT06001489 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of 360-degree Virtual Reality (VR) on pre-procedural anxiety in patients awaiting elective cardiac surgery involving a sternotomy. It aims to compare the effectiveness of VR patient education against standard educational methods in reducing anxiety levels. The study is designed as a single-center, randomized controlled trial, focusing on patients who are likely to experience significant anxiety prior to surgery. By familiarizing patients with their clinical pathway through immersive VR experiences, the study seeks to improve their psychological comfort and potentially enhance postoperative outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and older who are scheduled for elective cardiac surgery involving a sternotomy.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit from this study include those under 18, those with a history of previous cardiac surgery, or those with severe mental health disorders.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce pre-procedural anxiety, leading to improved recovery times and lower complication rates for patients undergoing cardiac surgery.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results in using VR to manage pre-procedural anxiety in other medical fields, suggesting potential success for this novel application in cardiothoracic surgery.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients awaiting elective cardiac surgery involving a sternotomy * 18 years or older Exclusion Criteria: * Under the age of 18 * History of previous cardiac surgery * (concomitant) aortic surgery * Cardiac surgery for congenital heart defects * Hearing or visual impairments * Language barriers (inability to understand, speak or read Dutch) * History of severe mental or psychiatric disorders
Where this trial is running
Amsterdam, North Holland
- Academic Medical Center — Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Jolanda Kluin, MD, PhD — j.kluin@amsterdamumc.nl
- Study coordinator: Sulayman el Mathari, MD
- Email: s.elmathari@amsterdamumc.nl
- Phone: +31628156982
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.