Video chat before surgery may ease patient fears, study says

NCT ID NCT07203989

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Bitlis Eren University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a video call with a family member while waiting in the operating room can lower stress, anxiety, and fear in patients having bladder tumor surgery. About 124 adults will be randomly assigned to either have a video call or receive standard care. Researchers will measure anxiety, fear, and stress levels using surveys and blood tests before and after the call.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: video call with family member
What this could lead to: If it works, this could show a simple way to lower stress and fear before surgery, improving patient experience.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study (124 people) testing a behavioral intervention, not a drug. Results may not apply to all surgeries or hospitals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neoplasm urinary bladder carcinoma urinary bladder neoplasm Urinary Bladder Neoplasms

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

BLADDER (UROTHELIAL, TRANSITIONAL CELL) CANCER BLADDER TUMOR (TURBT)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bitlis State Hospital, Bitlis, Turkey

Bitlis, Turkey (Türkiye)
Tatvan State Hospital, Bitlis, Turkey

Bitlis, Tatvan, Turkey (Türkiye)

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