Video and emotional support for children with cancer during procedures
Part of Cancer clinical trials.
This study tests whether watching a video and talking about feelings can help young children with cancer stay calm and express themselves during a small procedure under the skin. It is designed to make the experience less stressful for children and their parents.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Child is between 3 and 6 years old
- Child is being treated in the pediatric hematology (blood) clinic
- Child is scheduled to have a subcutaneous (under the skin) procedure as part of care
- Parent or guardian can give written permission and is present during the procedure
- Child and parent can communicate in basic Turkish
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
Similar studies
Other trials that look related to this one.
This study uses a cartoon video to help children and parents feel less anxious before and during a stem cell transplant. It aims to make the hospital experience calmer and easier for the whole family.
This trial tests if a live parent-child video chat or a cartoon before surgery can reduce agitation when a child wakes up from anesthesia. It may help children aged 2-6 who are having planned surgery.
This study creates and tests Spanish educational videos for parents of children with cancer. It aims to help Spanish-speaking families better understand their child's cancer care.
This trial uses videos to help parents and doctors discuss tough ethical decisions for children with cancer. It aims to guide conversations about treatment goals and care options.
This study tests whether showing children a short educational movie before their spinal chemotherapy (a needle into the spine) helps reduce their fear and pain during and after the procedure. It is designed for children aged 5–10 who are able and willing to watch the movie.
This trial studies whether virtual reality can reduce pain and discomfort during painful medical procedures for children getting care for benign (non-cancerous) tumors or cancer. It may help make treatments feel easier for you and your child during procedures.
Hear when a new Pediatric Leukemia trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.