Efficacy of Preparation in Self-Hypnosis by Anchoring Versus Conversational Hypnosis, Used Alone or Combined, in Patients Undergoing Breast Macrobiopsies

Launched by HOSPITAL ST. JOSEPH, MARSEILLE, FRANCE · Aug 23, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring different types of hypnosis to see which is most effective in helping women feel less anxious and in less pain during a procedure called breast macrobiopsy. This procedure is often done after a mammogram to examine any unusual findings in the breast. Many women experience anxiety and discomfort during this test, so the researchers want to find the best way to support patients and make the experience more manageable.

To participate in this trial, women must be at least 18 years old and planning to undergo a breast macrobiopsy at Saint-Joseph hospital. They should not have any prior experience with hypnosis or significant mental health issues. Participants will receive either self-hypnosis training, conversational hypnosis, or a combination of both, to see which method helps reduce their anxiety and pain the most. This study aims to help improve the overall experience for women undergoing this important diagnostic procedure.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • aged 18 or over,
• • referred to the medical imaging department of Saint-Joseph hospital for breast macrobiopsy,
• • naive of any hypnosis,
• • having given free, informed and written consent,
• • being affiliated to a social security scheme or beneficiary of such scheme
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • having a major hearing loss,
• • suffering from identified mental or psychotic disorders,
• • not understanding the French language,
• • having already had hypnosis practices,
• • having an ongoing pregnancy,
• • being the subject of a safeguard measure