Virtual reality goggles could ease pain and fear during cervical exams
NCT ID NCT07650422
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether using virtual reality (VR) goggles during a colposcopy can lower women's anxiety, stress, and pain. About 60 women scheduled for the procedure will either receive standard care or wear a VR headset showing calming content. The goal is to see if this simple, drug-free distraction technique improves the experience and helps women stay calm during the exam.
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 60 people
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- Started
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Feb 2026
- Expected to finish
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Oct 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: Be 18 years of age or older, Have colposcopy scheduled due to a cervical cytology result of LSIL, HSIL, ASC-US, or HPV positivity, Be able to read and understand Turkish, Provide voluntary written informed consent - Exclusion Criteria: Diagnosis of a mental disorder Severe visual impairment, claustrophobia, cognitive impairment History of severe motion sickness (cybersickness) associated with virtual reality use Use of anxiolytic/analgesic medication prior to the procedure Individuals with severe cognitive impairment or communication difficulties \-
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Locations
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Çukurova University Hospital
RECRUITINGAdana, Adana, 01250, Turkey (Türkiye)
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