Virtual Reality for Anxiolysis During Laceration Repair in the Pediatric Emergency Room (NCT03475901) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Virtual Reality for Anxiolysis During Laceration Repair in the Pediatric Emergency Room
United States40 participantsStarted 2018-04-15
Plain-language summary
The investigators propose a pilot study to examine the feasibility of utilizing immersive virtual reality to reduce procedural anxiety in children undergoing non-facial laceration repair in the Pediatric Emergency Department.
The investigators hypothesize that virtual reality will be well-received by patients and their caregivers, and that the anxiety provoked by laceration repair will be mitigated by the immersive virtual reality experience.
Who can participate
Age range
5 Years – 13 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* children 5-13 years of age
* present to ED during the study period with non-facial lacerations
* patient to undergo wound closure with sutures
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with lacerations on the head/face
* Patients with lacerations sustained in conjunction with loss of consciousness, altered mental status, life-threatening injuries/illness or multi-trauma
* Patients who sustained a laceration in conjunction with an open fracture
* Patients with open skin, lice, scabies, or other infectious skin conditions on the head/face
* Patients with a history of or current symptoms of vertigo
* Patients who are blind
* Patients with significant developmental or cognitive delays who may not be able to engage with or tolerate the virtual reality environment, as determined by their parent/caregiver
* Patients on whom the VR headset does not fit appropriately
* Non-English speaking patients will be excluded from this study (we do not have funds available to translate the study documents into other languages)
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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The percentage of children whose anxiety score did NOT increase by ≥ 20mm on a visual analog anxiety scale
Timeframe: from the time of enrollment to the placement of the first stitch, which is typically ranges from 15 to 90 minutes