Virtual reality goggles may cut sedation for IVF patients
NCT ID NCT07190729
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 37 times
Summary
This study tested whether using a virtual reality mask during egg retrieval for IVF can lower the amount of sedation needed. Fifty-two women received either standard sedation or sedation plus virtual reality distraction. The goal was to see if VR helps patients relax and reduces the need for anesthetic drugs.
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Locations
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Groupe Hospitalier Diaconesses Croix Saint-Simon
Paris, PARIS, 75020, France
What this could mean
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Active substance
Virtual reality via Deepsen™ mask
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a way to reduce sedation during egg retrieval, making the procedure more comfortable and speeding up recovery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 52 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect on sedation needs may be minimal or not clinically significant.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.