Using music to reduce anxiety in patients with acute coronary syndrome during emergency care
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
This study is testing if listening to music can help reduce anxiety in patients with acute coronary syndrome while they wait for emergency care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 92 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de la Réunion Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Saint-Pierre, Île de La Réunion) |
| Trial ID | NCT06017947 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
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.
Not a fit: Patients with severe hearing or visual impairments, or those under legal guardianship, may not benefit from this study.
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 performed: 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.
Eligibility criteria
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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 this trial is running
Saint-Pierre, Île de La Réunion
- Centre Hospitalier Universitaire — Saint-Pierre, Île de La Réunion, France (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Alexis LEBON
- Email: alexislebon974@gmail.com
- Phone: +262262359000
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.