Virtual Reality and Endoscopic Mucosal and Submucosal Dissection: a Patient Centred Experience VREMRESD
Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY
This study explores the feasibility of using Virtual Reality (VR) to manage pain and anxiety during Endoscopic Mucosal (EMR) and Submucosal Dissection (ESD). EMR and ESD often requires sedation or analgesia, which can cause side effects like respiratory or cardiac suppression. VR, by immersing patients in a calming virtual environment, has shown potential in reducing pain and anxiety in medical settings. This study aims to evaluate its application in improving pain management and reducing sedation use during EMR and ESD.
Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:
• Age ≥18 years
• Able to consent.
• Fit to use virtual reality.
• Patients allocated to appropriate EMR/ ESD lists.
Locations
Other Locations
United Kingdom
king's College Hospitals
RECRUITING
London
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-05-10
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-09-01
Participants
Target number of participants: 40
Treatments
Experimental: Virtual reality (VR) Arm
The VR arm will have a trial run with the VR headset in the endoscopy admission unit. The VR will then be applied at the start of the procedure. If, during the procedure, the patient requests sedation or pain medication, it will be provided. If the patient wishes to remove the VR headset, they may do so at any time.
Active_comparator: Standard Arm
The control group will follow the standard local protocol for analgesia and sedation throughout the procedure.
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: King's College Hospital NHS Trust