Plain-English translation of NCT06346132 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing whether virtual reality can help patients feel more comfortable and relaxed during heart device implant surgery. Half of the participants will use virtual reality during their procedure, while the other half will receive standard care without it. Researchers want to learn if this simple, non-invasive tool can reduce pain and anxiety during the surgery.
Heart device implant surgeries are performed while patients are awake under local anesthesia, which can be stressful and uncomfortable. This study explores whether virtual reality—by distracting and calming patients during the procedure—could be an easy way to improve comfort without needing stronger sedation.
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If you join this study, you will come in for your scheduled heart device implant surgery. Before the procedure starts, you will be randomly assigned to either the virtual reality group or the standard care group. If you are in the virtual reality group, you will wear a VR headset during your surgery to help you relax and distract from the procedure. After surgery, the research team will ask you questions about your comfort level and pain. Your total involvement is on the day of your surgery.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 29, 2026 · Not medical advice
Switzerland
Sponsor
Schlotterbeck Hervé
Enrollment target
~150 participants
Started
March 2024
Primary completion
December 2026
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in March 2026.
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Central contact
Herve Schlotterbeck, MD
Schlotterbeck Hervé
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