Video education to reduce anxiety before cataract surgery
Part of Eyes & vision, Mental health clinical trials.
This study tests whether watching educational videos before cataract surgery can help reduce anxiety and improve how well patients understand their care. It is for people having their first cataract surgery who are comfortable using digital devices.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with a cataract and are about to have your first cataract surgery.
- You can speak Mandarin or Taiwanese.
- If you have diabetes, your blood sugar must be under control (checked by your doctor).
- You do not have dementia or a psychiatric condition.
- You do not have severe hearing loss that cannot be corrected with a hearing aid.
- You can use a digital device like a smartphone or tablet.
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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