Virtual reality goggles ease endoscopy jitters, study finds
NCT ID NCT05585749
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during an endoscopy procedure could lower patients' pain and anxiety. 78 adults who were awake during the procedure either used VR or standard care. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, and physical signs like heart rate. The goal was to see if VR can make the experience more comfortable.
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Firat University
Elâzığ, Turkey (Türkiye)
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