Cartoon calm: animated film may ease Kids' surgery fears
NCT ID NCT04252508
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This trial investigates whether a double-reading animated film, watched by both children and their parents before surgery, can reduce anxiety in children aged 3 to 7. The film uses avatars to walk the child through their hospital journey, from room to operating room. Researchers will measure anxiety levels using a standard scale at the time of anesthesia induction.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Animated film
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to ease children's fear before surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with 80 children, so results may not apply to all kids or surgeries. The film may not reduce anxiety for everyone.
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Locations
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Plateau technique Centre François-Xavier Michelet
Bordeaux, 33000, France