Effect of Virtual Reality and Tablet-Based Distraction Techniques on Behavioral Distress in Child… (NCT07546305) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Virtual Reality and Tablet-Based Distraction Techniques on Behavioral Distress in Children During Urinary Catheterization
Iraq90 participantsStarted 2026-05-30
Plain-language summary
This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effect of Virtual Reality (VR) and tablet-based distraction techniques on children's behavioral distress during urinary catheterization, compared with a control group receiving standard care. Urinary catheterization is a painful and distressing procedure for children that requires effective non-pharmacological interventions to manage anxiety and pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: VR distraction, tablet-based distraction, or control. The findings of this study will provide evidence on the effectiveness of digital distraction methods in reducing behavioral distress and improving the overall experience for pediatric patients undergoing invasive procedures at specialized pediatric centers.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Years – 16 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Age: Children aged 6 to 16 years.
* Procedure: Children undergoing urinary catheterization at the Children's Welfare Teaching Hospital.
* Cognitive Status: Children with normal cognitive development and the ability to follow instructions.
* Sensory Ability: Children with normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing.
* Consent: Obtaining written informed consent from the legal guardian and verbal assent from the child.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Medical History: History of epilepsy, seizures, or severe motion sickness (VR safety).
* Emergency Cases: Children requiring urgent/emergency catheterization.
* Disabilities: Children with intellectual disabilities or significant physical impairments.
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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Children's Behavioral Distress Level
Timeframe: Measurements recorded at three points: 2 minutes before (Baseline), during the procedure (2-5 minutes), and 2 minutes after completion (Recovery).