Could a hypnosis mask replace needles for pain during prostate biopsy?
NCT ID NCT03711643
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a special mask that uses lights and sounds to help patients relax during a prostate biopsy. The goal was to see if it reduces pain and anxiety compared to standard care. 88 men took part, and researchers measured their pain levels and satisfaction after the procedure.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- hypnosis mask (device)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this mask could offer a non-drug way to reduce pain and anxiety during prostate biopsies.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed study with 88 participants. The mask may not work for everyone, and results may not apply to other procedures.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hôpital Claude Huriez, CHU
Lille, France
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