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Chatting about AI before surgery may calm nerves, study finds

NCT ID NCT07393945

Symptom relief Sponsor: Agri Ibrahim Cecen University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a short, clear conversation about how artificial intelligence is used in surgery care can reduce anxiety and improve a patient's sense of control before an operation. 120 adults scheduled for elective surgery were randomly assigned to either receive this structured AI talk or a general supportive chat from a nurse. The goal was to see if addressing AI-related uncertainty helps patients feel more prepared and less worried.

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Active substance
structured communication about artificial intelligence
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, non-drug way to help patients feel less anxious and more in control before surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with 120 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It only measures feelings, not actual health outcomes.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

120 people

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Started

Feb 2026

Finished

Apr 2026

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Ages

18 to 65 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 to 65 years. * Scheduled for elective surgical procedures. * Able to communicate in Turkish. * At least primary school literacy. * Able and willing to provide written informed consent. * Able to complete self-report questionnaires before surgery. Exclusion Criteria: * Emergency surgical procedures. * Known diagnosis of psychiatric disorder. * Current use of anxiolytic or antidepressant medications. * Cognitive impairment or communication barriers that may interfere with study participation. * American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status classification of IV or higher. * Severe visual or hearing impairment that prevents participation in the communication session or completion of questionnaires. * Previous participation in this study.

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Ai-related uncertainty Perceived control Preoperative anxiety

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ağrı Training and Research Hospital

    Ağrı, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye)

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