ENDOREV: A Solution to Reduce Anxiety During Gynecological Consultations in Patients With Suspected Endometriosis?

Launched by POISSY-SAINT GERMAIN HOSPITAL · Oct 22, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The ENDOREV trial is studying whether using virtual reality can help reduce anxiety for women who are suspected to have endometriosis during their gynecological consultations. Many patients feel anxious in these situations, and this study aims to see if a digital therapy called Bliss DTX can make a difference. Bliss DTX involves wearing special headphones and a video headset that immerses patients in calming sound and visual programs designed to ease pain and anxiety.

To participate, women aged 18 to 45 who are visiting the hospital for the first time with suspected endometriosis may be eligible, provided they have had some imaging tests like an ultrasound or MRI. Participants will complete a questionnaire about their anxiety, and then they will either use the Bliss DTX therapy for 13 minutes or wait in a room for their consultation. After the appointment, they'll fill out another questionnaire to share how they felt. The study hopes to improve patients' experiences and overall well-being, and participants will also receive a follow-up call six months later to check in on their progress. There are minimal risks, but some people may experience mild side effects from the virtual reality equipment.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • • Patient between 18 and 45 years old
• • Patient referred for suspected endometriosis
• • Patient consulting for the first time in the hospital
• • Patient with first-line or second-line imaging documenting endometriosis (ultrasound or MRI)
• • Patient agreeing to participate in the study and having signed informed consent
• • Patient affiliated to a social security scheme
• • Patient able to read and write French
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • • Patient with a history of major pelvic surgery for endometriosis
• • Patient undergoing hysterectomy
• • Virgin patient
• • Pregnant woman
• • Patient with psychiatric pathology
• • Patient suffering from proven epilepsy
• • Patient under judicial protection
• • Patient under guardianship or curatorship
• • Patient with visual or hearing impairment
• • Patient with a progressive pathology responsible for chronic pain