YouTube videos on waking during surgery: helpful or harmful?
NCT ID NCT07323537
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will review 200 YouTube videos about anesthesia awareness (waking up during surgery) to see if they are accurate and helpful. Researchers will score each video using several quality checklists. The goal is to help patients find trustworthy information and reduce anxiety before surgery.
What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this could help patients and doctors identify which online videos are reliable, reducing fear before surgery.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study that only reviews existing videos, not a treatment trial. It won't directly prevent anesthesia awareness or improve medical care.
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