Study of Self-Hypnosis by Anchoring and Conversational Hypnosis to Reduce Anxiety and Pain During Breast Macrobiopsies

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying women undergoing breast macrobiopsies to evaluate different hypnosis methods aimed at reducing anxiety and pain during this stressful and often painful procedure. The study focuses on comparing preparation in self-hypnosis by anchoring, conversational hypnosis during the examination, and their combination. The goal is to find which hypnosis method best helps manage patients anxiety and pain, as no clear evidence currently supports one approach over another. Participants are randomly assigned to one of four groups a control group with no hypnosis intervention a group receiving a one-hour self-hypnosis preparation session before the biopsy a group receiving conversational hypnosis support during the procedure by trained staff and a group receiving both the self-hypnosis preparation and conversational hypnosis during the examination. These behavioral interventions are designed to be applied immediately before or during the biopsy. During the study, anxiety and pain levels are measured before, during, immediately after the intervention, and again eight days later. Patient and staff experiences during the biopsy are recorded, along with the amount of anesthetic used and the duration of the procedure. Safety is monitored through adverse event reporting during and after the intervention. Participation includes one consultation for hypnosis preparation when applicable and the biopsy procedure, with follow-up assessments extending up to eight days post-examination.

Efficacy of Preparation in Self-Hypnosis by Anchoring Versus Conversational Hypnosis, Used Alone or Combined, in Patients Undergoing Breast Macrobiopsies