Distraction Method on Pain and Anxiety During Circumcision (NCT04220346) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Distraction Method on Pain and Anxiety During Circumcision
Turkey (Türkiye)70 participantsStarted 2018-10-01
Plain-language summary
Circumcision is a common procedure in infants, children and young people around the world for cultural, religious or medical reasons. Since this is a painful procedure, it is performed under local anesthesia or general anesthesia. It is recommended to perform this procedure under local anesthesia if there is no risk. Although local anesthesia is used during the procedure, pain and anxiety levels of children may increase. Distraction methods are commonly used and effective methods to reduce pain and anxiety during painful procedures. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of tablet playing during circumcision on pain and anxiety in school age children.
Who can participate
Age range
7 Years – 12 Years
Sex
MALE
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Inclusion Criteria:
* being between 7-12 years
* male gender
* circumcision with local anesthesia
* agreeing to participate in the study
Exclusion Criteria:
* presence of any contraindication for circumcision (hemophilia, bleeding disorders, urinary anatomical disorders-hypospadias, epispadias etc.)
* any analgesic used 24 hours before circumcision
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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change on pain intensity as measured by Visual Analog Scale
Timeframe: "5-10 minutes before procedure", "during procedure" and "5 minutes after" circumcision.
Trial details
NCT IDNCT04220346
SponsorSaglik Bilimleri Universitesi Gulhane Tip Fakultesi