Study on Virtual Reality to Improve Comfort During Cardiac Device Implantation Under Local Anesthesia

What this Trial Is About

This research aims to evaluate the effect of a virtual reality experience on patient comfort during the implantation of cardiac electronic devices under local anesthesia. The study focuses on how virtual reality might influence pain, anxiety, and overall comfort during this procedure. It is a randomized, controlled trial led by Schlotterbeck Herv to better understand patient experience during such interventions. Participants will be assigned randomly to one of two groups. One group will receive usual care plus a virtual reality application during the procedure, while the other group will receive usual care alone with no additional interventions. The trial compares these approaches to assess differences in patient comfort and other related factors. During the procedure and immediately afterward, researchers will measure pain intensity, anxiety levels, need for extra sedation or analgesia, blood pressure changes, and any side effects like motion sickness. Surgeons and cardiologists will also assess patient comfort. Follow-up evaluations will occur up to four hours post-surgery, including any complications and overall satisfaction. The study duration per participant covers the procedure and short-term recovery period.

Effect of Virtual Reality on Patient's Comfort During Cardiac Electronic Device Implantation.