Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up

Using music to reduce anxiety in patients with acute coronary syndrome during emergency care

Official title: Evaluation of a Musical Intervention on the Anxiety of Patients With a Diagnosis of Acute Coronary Syndrome in a Pre-Hospital Emergency Situation: MuSCA Randomized Controlled Trial

Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion · NCT06017947 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing if listening to music can help reduce anxiety in patients with acute coronary syndrome while they wait for emergency care.

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Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment92 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Saint-Pierre, Île de La Réunion)
StatusRecruiting
StartedSeptember 12, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 11, 2026
Study endsDecember 11, 2026
Registry record updatedSeptember 16, 2026
Trial IDNCT06017947 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 and over who have a diagnosis of acute coronary syndrome and exhibit moderate to high anxiety levels.

Probably not a fit

Patients with severe hearing or visual impairments, or those under legal guardianship, may not benefit from this study.

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

What this trial studies

This clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of a musical intervention aimed at reducing anxiety in patients diagnosed with acute coronary syndrome (ACS) during pre-hospital emergency situations. The study focuses on patients who experience significant anxiety related to their condition, particularly during the waiting period for medical care. Participants will be assessed for their anxiety levels and will receive music care as part of their emergency treatment. The trial is conducted at the University Hospital Center of Réunion, targeting patients with stable clinical conditions and a transport time of over 30 minutes.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly alleviate anxiety in ACS patients, improving their overall experience and potentially their clinical outcomes.

How similar studies have gone: While the use of music interventions in medical settings is gaining interest, this specific approach for ACS patients in emergency situations is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.

Who can join: the full rules

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 18 and over
* With an established or suspected Acute Coronary Syndrome diagnosis
* With a stable clinical condition at the initial assessment:
* Whose anxiety assessment is \> or = 30/100 mm on the Visual Analogue Scale
* Having provided express, free and informed consent
* With an estimated transport time of at least \> 30 minutes

Exclusion Criteria:

* Under guardianship, curatorship or judicial safeguard procedure
* With hearing and visual impairments
* Participating in another clinical trial or having already been included in this study.
* Supported by helicopter

Where it's running

  • Centre Hospitalier Universitaire
    Saint-Pierre, Île de La Réunion, France
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
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  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.