Parent prep program may ease Kids' surgery jitters
NCT ID NCT03205397
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program where parents and children prepare together before surgery to see if it lowers children's anxiety when they get anesthesia. Fifty children aged 5 to 12 having planned surgery took part. The program involved parents being present and prepared for the operating room experience. The goal was to make the child feel calmer during anesthesia induction.
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CHU de Limoges
Limoges, 87 042, France
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