CompletedNot Applicable

Aromatherapy Methods in Reducing Anxiety Before Breast Biopsy

Turkey (Türkiye)135 participantsStarted 2021-07-01

Plain-language summary

A breast biopsy is a cause for anxiety for most women when faced with a diagnosis of breast cancer. Physiological and psychological effects of breast biopsy may continue in the pre-biopsy and post-biopsy period. The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of two different aromatherapy methods applied in reducing anxiety before breast biopsy.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 85 Years

Sex

FEMALE

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Inclusion Criteria: * over 18 years old * Female patients scheduled for breast biopsy (stereotactic biopsy, ultrasound biopsy, magnetic resonance imaging biopsy) * Individuals who can speak, understand and communicate in Turkish will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant and lactating women, * Patients who are allergic to plants (lavender/lavender-mint), * Patients with a diagnosis of psychiatric illness, migraine, chronic headache or sense of smell * Patients who have difficulty breathing through their nose * People who can't smell, who are sensitive to smells or smells * Patients with a history of asthma, epilepsy or seizures as a precaution. * Patients with active wheezing * Patients with cognitive, verbal or hearing problems that may affect communication

Questions worth asking your doctor

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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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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?

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What they're measuring

State Anxiety Level

Timeframe: Evaluation of the differences between anxiety scales score - The scale is filled in 2 times - before breast biopsy (1), and after immediately breast biopsy (2)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05276505

SponsorAcibadem University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-03-01

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