Video glasses may help women need less sedation during IVF egg retrieval
NCT ID NCT04213781
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether wearing HappyMed video glasses (which play films or concerts) during egg retrieval for IVF could reduce the amount of sedative drugs needed. 36 women were randomly assigned to use the glasses or receive standard care. The goal was to see if distraction could lower anxiety and pain, allowing for a milder sedation that might be safer for the eggs.
What this could mean
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Active substance
HappyMed Video Glasses (a device that plays films, cartoons, or concerts to distract patients)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to reduce anxiety and pain during egg retrieval, possibly lowering sedative use and improving patient comfort.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply widely. The distraction method might not work for everyone, and side effects like vertigo or nausea are possible.
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Locations
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Hopital FOCH
Suresnes, Île-de-France Region, 92151, France