Plain-English translation of NCT06830330 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 study is testing whether virtual reality glasses can help reduce anxiety and fear in patients scheduled for abdominal surgery. About half of the participants will wear virtual reality glasses before their surgery, while the other half will receive standard care. The researchers will measure anxiety and fear levels to see if the virtual reality experience makes a meaningful difference.
Many patients feel significant anxiety and fear before surgery, which can affect their wellbeing and recovery. This trial explores whether virtual reality—a non-medication tool—could be a simple and helpful way to calm patients before they go into the operating room.
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If you join this study, you'll be randomly assigned to either the virtual reality group or the control group. The night before your surgery, researchers will meet with you and ask about your background and current feelings. The virtual reality group will use VR glasses in the waiting area before surgery to help reduce anxiety, while the control group will receive standard preoperative care. Both groups will complete questionnaires to measure anxiety and fear levels before and after the intervention.
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Turkey (Türkiye)
Sponsor
Cukurova University
Enrollment target
~46 participants
Started
August 2024
Primary completion
February 2025
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in February 2025.
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Central contact
Nursevim A research assistant
Çukurova University, Faculty of Health Science
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