Virtual reality may replace pills for Pre-Surgery jitters
NCT ID NCT07450456
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether using virtual reality can help patients feel calm before heart surgery, reducing their need for anxiety medication. About 40 adults who request medication for pre-surgery anxiety will try VR instead. The goal is to see if VR can provide comfort without the side effects of drugs.
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Istituto Cardiocentro
RECRUITINGLugano, Canton Ticino, 6900, Switzerland
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