Virtual reality goggles could take the sting out of cancer port needles

NCT ID NCT06551753

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Uludag University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether using virtual reality goggles during the insertion of a port needle (a common procedure for chemotherapy) can improve comfort and satisfaction in cancer patients. 92 adults with stage I-III cancer were randomly assigned to either standard care or standard care plus a virtual reality distraction. The researchers measured comfort, satisfaction, and time perception before and after the procedure. The goal is to find a simple, effective way to reduce discomfort during this routine but often painful procedure.

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 app
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to make port needle insertions more comfortable and less stressful for cancer patients.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with 92 participants. The effect may be modest or not apply to all patients. Virtual reality may not work for everyone and could cause dizziness or discomfort in some.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cancer neoplasm

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CANCER

Contacts and locations

Locations

İzmir Bakırçay University

Izmir, 35665, Turkey (Türkiye)

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