Laughing gas for pain during office hysteroscopy
Part of Pain, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether using laughing gas (nitrous oxide) plus a calming video on a screen can reduce pain and anxiety during a quick procedure to look inside the uterus (hysteroscopy). If you are having this procedure, the trial may help you feel more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 25 and 60 years old.
- You are scheduled for an outpatient hysteroscopy (a short procedure to check inside the uterus).
- You can have nitrous oxide (laughing gas) safely and are open to using it for pain relief.
- You do not have any lung problems, confusion, or pregnancy, and haven't had major cervical surgery.
- You are able to understand the study and give your consent.
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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