Using virtual reality to reduce anxiety and fear in patients before abdominal surgery
Effect of Virtual Reality Application on Anxiety and Fear in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Abdominal Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Study
This study is testing if using virtual reality with nature videos can help reduce anxiety and fear in patients before they have abdominal surgery.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 46 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cukurova University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Adana, Sarıçam) |
| Trial ID | NCT06830330 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the impact of virtual reality applications on anxiety and fear levels in patients scheduled for abdominal surgery. Participants will use VR glasses to watch nature scene videos in the preoperative area, while their anxiety levels will be assessed through a surgical fear questionnaire. The study employs a randomized, controlled, single-blind design to compare the effects of virtual reality against routine nursing care. The goal is to determine if virtual reality can effectively alleviate preoperative anxiety and fear in this patient population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 scheduled for laparoscopic abdominal surgery who can communicate and consent to participate.
Not a fit: Patients who wear glasses, have an ASA score above 3, experience vertigo or motion sickness, or have known psychiatric or behavioral diagnoses may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce anxiety and fear in patients undergoing abdominal surgery, leading to improved surgical experiences.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results using virtual reality for anxiety reduction in various medical settings, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients scheduled for abdominal surgery under general anesthesia using the laparoscopic method * Patients who can communicate * Patients who agree to participate in the study * Patients over the age of 18 Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who use glasses * Patients with an ASA score above 3 * Patients with vertigo and motion sickness * Patients with known psychiatric or behavioral diagnoses
Where this trial is running
Adana, Sarıçam
- Balcali Hospital Health Application and Research Center — Adana, Sarıçam, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nursevim A research assistant
- Email: nursevimaydingulu@gmail.com
- Phone: +905458504330
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.