Using an interactive projector to reduce anxiety in children during anesthesia
Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether an interactive projector can help distract children aged 2 to 6 while they are going under anesthesia for surgery, with the goal of lowering their anxiety. It compares the projector to standard care to see if it makes the experience less stressful for the child and family.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 2 to 6 years old.
- You are scheduled for an elective (non-emergency) surgery at Clinica Alemana.
- You will be put to sleep using a mask (not an IV).
- You speak Spanish.
- Your parent or caregiver will be with you when you go to sleep.
- You are in good health or have only mild health problems (ASA I or II).
- You do not have a serious brain, nerve, vision, or hearing condition, and you do not have a major developmental delay.
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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