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Impact of Problematic Media Use on Postoperative Pain in Children Undergoing Tonsillectomy

Turkey (Türkiye)94 participantsStarted 2026-01-01

Plain-language summary

This observational study aims to investigate whether problematic media use is associated with postoperative pain severity in children aged 4-11 years undergoing tonsillectomy. A total of 94 parents who consent to participate and have children within the target age range will be included. Data will be collected using a structured questionnaire covering sociodemographic characteristics, family and child media habits, parental attitudes toward screen use, and the Problematic Media Use Scale (PMUS). Postoperative pain will be assessed using the FLACC scale at multiple time points within the first 24 hours after surgery.

Who can participate

Age range4 Years – 11 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 4-11 years * Scheduled for bilateral tonsillectomy * Parent/guardian capable of completing questionnaires * Parent/guardian willing to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Allergy, recent cold/upper respiratory infection * NSAID use within 24 hours before surgery * Any condition impairing pain assessment * Refusal of consent

What they're measuring

FLACC pain scores

Timeframe: 1, 6, 12, and 24 hours postoperatively

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07297784

SponsorTokat Gaziosmanpasa University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2027-01-01

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