Music vs. white noise for kids during endoscopy
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares playing music or white noise during a child's first endoscopy to see which helps them feel more comfortable. It might help your child relax during the procedure.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 6 and 12 years old.
- Your child has never had an endoscopy or any surgery before.
- Your child can talk, hear, and count from 1 to 10.
- Your child hasn't taken pain medicine in the last 6 hours.
- You and your child agree to take part in the study.
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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