Lavender power: simple scent eases anxiety during skin cancer surgery
NCT ID NCT06167096
First seen Mar 10, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tested whether smelling lavender during Mohs surgery for skin cancer helps lower anxiety and reduce the perception of unpleasant odors. 89 adults having surgery on their head or neck took part. Researchers measured anxiety using standard questionnaires and a visual scale.
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University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Seidman Cancer Center, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center
Cleveland, Ohio, 44106-5065, United States
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