Vera Guttenthaler
Clinical trials sponsored by Vera Guttenthaler, explained in plain language.
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Virtual reality tested as a calming tool for surgery anxiety
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing whether using a virtual reality (VR) headset before surgery can help reduce patients' anxiety. About 172 adults scheduled for elective surgery will be randomly assigned to either use a VR headset with relaxing scenes and sounds or receive standard care. Rese…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vera Guttenthaler • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Mar 30, 2026 14:32 UTC
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What really calms nerves before surgery? patients weigh in
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to better understand how patients feel before elective surgery and to learn which calming methods they prefer. Researchers are anonymously surveying at least 400 adult patients at a German hospital. This is an observational study only—no treatments are being teste…
Sponsor: Vera Guttenthaler • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:43 UTC