Virtual reality boosts discharge readiness after prostate surgery
NCT ID NCT07507123
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) to teach patients about post-surgery care helps them feel more ready to go home after a prostatectomy. 46 adults were split into two groups: one received standard discharge instructions, and the other used a VR program. The VR group reported higher readiness scores. The findings suggest that immersive technology could improve how well patients understand and prepare for recovery at home.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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68 people
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- Started
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May 2024
- Finished
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Nov 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Male participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being able to speak and understand Turkish * Being literate * Being over 18 years of age Exclusion Criteria: * Having a visual or hearing impairment * Having previously undergone TURP * Being a member of the healthcare staff
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Aydın Adnan Menderes University
Efeler, Aydın, 09090, Turkey (Türkiye)
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