Movie magic: new study lets kids watch films during radiation, skipping anesthesia

NCT ID NCT05148078

First seen Mar 09, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study tested a system called PROMISE that lets children aged 3-11 watch movies during radiation therapy to help them stay still without needing general anesthesia. The goal was to reduce the number of kids who need anesthesia from 70% to 30%. The study involved 30 children and also looked at how this approach affects anxiety, quality of life, and treatment time.

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Locations

  • UT Southwestern Medical Center Dallas

    Dallas, Texas, 75390, United States

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