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VR cartoon soothes kids before heart surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether watching a special animated film through virtual reality glasses before a heart catheterization could reduce children's anxiety, fear, and pain. Forty-two children aged 5 to 10 took part. The results help show if a simple, fun distraction can make medica…
Matched conditions: PREOPERATIVE CARE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ondokuz Mayıs University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:04 UTC
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Bubble breathing and storytelling ease Pre-Surgery jitters in kids and parents
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two fun, non-drug methods to reduce anxiety in children (ages 5-12) and their parents before elective surgery. One method used bubble breathing play, and the other used a tell-show-do approach with play dough and kaleidoscopes. Researchers measured anxiety level…
Matched conditions: PREOPERATIVE CARE
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Isparta University of Applied Sciences • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:21 UTC
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Stomach emptying recovery time after GLP-1 drugs measured in new study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 186 adults who were taking GLP-1 RA drugs (like Ozempic) and scheduled for surgery. Researchers used ultrasound to measure how much food or liquid remained in the stomach at different times after the last dose. The goal was to see if current guidelines for st…
Matched conditions: PREOPERATIVE CARE
Sponsor: Wonkwang University Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:48 UTC
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Phone Pre-Op checks may be just as safe as In-Person visits
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at whether checking patients by phone before surgery leads to more cancellations than checking them in person. Researchers reviewed records of 1,176 adults scheduled for non-cardiac surgery at two hospitals. The goal was to see if phone assessments are a safe an…
Matched conditions: PREOPERATIVE CARE
Sponsor: Universidad de Antioquia • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:43 UTC