Xenon sedation for stress relief before eye surgery
Treatments studied
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether a calming gas called xenon can help reduce stress and anxiety before a specific type of laser eye surgery (SMILE). It may help people who feel very nervous or anxious before their procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are scheduled to have a type of laser eye surgery called ReLEx® SMILE.
- You often feel high anxiety or are easily stressed, scoring 46 or more on a standard anxiety test.
- You are willing to sign a consent form to take part in the study.
- You do not have any other serious health conditions that are not well managed.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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