Virtual reality goggles may cut sedation for IVF patients
NCT ID NCT07190729
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using a virtual reality mask during egg retrieval for IVF can lower the amount of sedation needed. Fifty-two women received either standard sedation or sedation plus virtual reality distraction. The goal was to see if VR helps patients relax and reduces the need for anesthetic drugs.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Virtual reality via Deepsen™ mask
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a way to reduce sedation during egg retrieval, making the procedure more comfortable and speeding up recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, completed trial with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect on sedation needs may be minimal or not clinically significant.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix Saint-Simon
Paris, PARIS, 75020, France
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