Virtual reality offers Drug-Free relief during painful ultrasounds for endometriosis
NCT ID NCT07328061
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether using virtual reality (VR) during a trans-vaginal ultrasound could help women with endometriosis feel less anxious and experience less pain. 155 women were randomly assigned to either use VR for relaxation during the exam or receive standard care. Researchers measured anxiety and pain levels before and after the procedure to see if VR made a difference.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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155 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Dec 2023
- Finished
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Aug 2024
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 50 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Women aged 18 to 50 years. * Confirmed or suspected diagnosis of endometriosis. * Scheduled to undergo transvaginal ultrasound examination. * Ability to understand the study procedures and independently complete study questionnaires. * Provided written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * History of epilepsy or seizure disorders. * History of migraines. * Visual or hearing impairment. * Diagnosed anxiety disorders. * Claustrophobia. * Current symptoms of dizziness or nausea. * Active respiratory tract infection. * Any contraindication to transvaginal ultrasound examination.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Endometriosis Center, Sheba Medical Center
Ramat Gan, Central District, Israel
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