Using virtual reality for diagnostic hysteroscopy
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if using virtual reality (VR) can make diagnostic hysteroscopy, a procedure to look inside the uterus, more comfortable. It may help patients who are anxious about the procedure.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You speak and read French or English.
- You are scheduled to have a diagnostic hysteroscopy (a procedure to look inside your uterus).
- You do not have epilepsy.
- You have not had eye surgery in the past month, and you don't have any eye problems that would stop you from using a VR headset.
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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