Virtual reality goggles may replace pain pills during heart catheter removal

NCT ID NCT07360054

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during the removal of a tube from the groin after a heart procedure could reduce pain and anxiety. One hundred adults were randomly assigned to either wear VR goggles showing calming scenes or receive standard care. Researchers measured pain, anxiety, and vital signs before, during, and after the procedure to see if VR made a difference.

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 application
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease pain and anxiety during a common heart procedure.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study. The results may not apply to everyone, and virtual reality might not work for all patients or in all hospitals.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia anxiety anxiety disorder coronary artery disorder Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ANXIETY CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE HEMODYNAMIC RESPONSE PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

Kayseri City Hospital

Kayseri, Turkey (Türkiye)

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