Effect of Virtual Reality Before Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy on Preprocedural Anxiety, Psych… (NCT07745959) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Effect of Virtual Reality Before Upper Gastrointestinal Endoscopy on Preprocedural Anxiety, Psychological Readiness, and Postprocedural Satisfaction
Turkey (Türkiye)52 participantsStarted 2026-08-30
Plain-language summary
Objective: This study aims to evaluate the effect of virtual reality applied before upper gastrointestinal endoscopy on preprocedural anxiety, psychological readiness, and postprocedural satisfaction.
Methods: This randomized controlled trial will be conducted in the Endoscopy Unit of Kelkit State Hospital. A total of 64 patients scheduled to undergo upper gastrointestinal endoscopy will be enrolled and randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to either the virtual reality intervention group or the control group. Participants in the intervention group will receive a virtual reality application before the endoscopy procedure, whereas participants in the control group will receive standard care. Data will be collected using the Endoscopy Patient Information Form, the State Anxiety Inventory (STAI-I), a single-item Psychological Readiness Assessment, and a single-item Postprocedural Satisfaction Assessment. Anxiety and psychological readiness will be evaluated before the procedure, and patient satisfaction will be assessed immediately after the procedure.
Expected Results: It is anticipated that the virtual reality intervention will reduce preprocedural anxiety, improve psychological readiness, and increase postprocedural satisfaction compared with standard care.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Aged 18 years or older
* Scheduled to undergo upper gastrointestinal endoscopy
* Able to understand and communicate in Turkish
* Willing to participate in the study
* Providing written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of a diagnosed psychiatric or neurological disorder that may interfere with participation
* Presence of a visual, hearing, head, face, or eye condition that prevents the use of a virtual reality headset
* History of severe vertigo, motion sickness, or balance disorder
* Development of severe dizziness, nausea, eye strain, or discomfort during the virtual reality intervention
* Refusal to participate or withdrawal from the study
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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Questions for the trial coordinator
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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?
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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Preprocedural Anxiety
Timeframe: Immediately before upper gastrointestinal endoscopy