Using multimedia to reduce anxiety in parents of children undergoing orchiopexy
The Effect of Using Multimedia During the Informed Consent Process on the Anxiety of Parents of Orchiopexy Patients: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study is testing whether using multimedia tools during the consent process can help reduce anxiety in parents of children having orchiopexy surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Marmara University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul, Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06698081 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the impact of multimedia tools during the informed consent process on the anxiety levels of parents whose children are scheduled for orchiopexy surgery. Parents will be randomly assigned to either a standard consent process or one that includes multimedia resources. Anxiety levels will be assessed using validated scales before and after the surgery to determine the effectiveness of the multimedia intervention. The study seeks to provide insights into how enhanced communication methods can alleviate parental anxiety in pediatric surgical contexts.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are parents or primary caregivers of children scheduled for orchiopexy surgery.
Not a fit: Patients who have previously undergone orchiopexy surgery or are having orchiopexy combined with other surgical procedures may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce anxiety in parents, leading to better overall experiences during their child's surgical process.
How similar studies have performed: While multimedia interventions in medical settings have shown promise in reducing anxiety, this specific approach in the context of orchiopexy is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * parents of orchiopexy patients Exclusion Criteria: * history of previous orchiopexy surgery * orchiopexy with other surgical procedures ( f.e. Hypospadias repair)
Where this trial is running
Istanbul, Istanbul
- Marmara University School of Medicine, Department of Urology — Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Mehmet Çetin
- Email: m.cetin_47@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905366961923
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.