VR Study Virtual Reality for Patients During Arteriovenous Fistula Surgery (NCT07538687) | Clinical Trial Compass
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VR Study Virtual Reality for Patients During Arteriovenous Fistula Surgery
64 participantsStarted 2026-06-01
Plain-language summary
Patients undergoing arterio-venous fistula commonly experience pain and anxiety due to their pre-operative circumstances and the fact that they remain conscious throughout the surgery. It is well documented that perioperative pain and anxiety can cause detrimental effects on patient outcomes and satisfaction. Virtual reality (VR) is increasingly being investigated as an adjunctive tool in various medical and surgical specialties. Current Evidence suggests that VR can be effective in managing both acute and chronic pain, as well as reducing pain, anxiety, stress, and the need for anesthetic agents during surgery. We hypothesize that using VR during AVF surgery will lead to a reduction in anesthetic doses, decreased patient anxiety and pain, and be favorably received by both surgeons and anesthetists.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged ≥18 years scheduled for elective arteriovenous fistula (AVF) creation surgery.
* Diagnosed with End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and indicated for hemodialysis access.
* Able to provide informed consent and understand study procedures.
* Medically stable and cleared for surgery by the anesthesia and surgical teams.
* Able to wear a virtual reality headset (e.g., no severe claustrophobia or facial injuries preventing use).
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients with a history of seizure disorders or epilepsy triggered by visual stimuli.
* Severe motion sickness, vertigo, or vestibular disorders that may be exacerbated by virtual reality.
* Significant cognitive impairment or inability to understand instructions or complete questionnaires.
* Facial or cranial abnormalities or injuries that prevent proper fitting of the VR headset.
* Patients requiring general anesthesia.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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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Perioperative Anxiety
Timeframe: Pre-operatively (after consent, before surgery) and post-operatively (in the post-anesthesia care unit, approximately 4-6 hours after surgery)
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07538687
SponsorSir Mortimer B. Davis - Jewish General Hospital