Comparison of Virtual Reality and Podcast in Improving Patient Experience During Colposcopy

Launched by SINEM CEYLAN · Apr 15, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring whether using virtual reality (VR) or listening to podcasts can help women feel more comfortable during a medical test called a colposcopy. This test is often done to check for cervical issues and can cause stress, anxiety, and pain. The study will involve 75 women in Turkey, aged 25 to 65, who are scheduled for this procedure. Participants will be divided into three groups: one group will use VR, another will listen to a podcast, and the third will not receive any extra support. Researchers will measure how these different options affect stress levels, pain, and overall satisfaction with the test.

To join the study, women must be scheduled for a colposcopy and agree to participate after being informed about the process. They should not have any severe health issues, visual or hearing impairments, or be pregnant. The trial is not yet recruiting participants, but it aims to find ways to improve the experience of women undergoing colposcopy, making it less stressful and more manageable.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients scheduled for colposcopy procedure due to suspicion of cervical squamous intraepithelial lesions.
• • Individuals who agree to sign the informed consent form and are willing to participate after being informed about the procedure.
• • Individuals who are deemed suitable for the colposcopy procedure and whose health status does not constitute an obstacle to perform this procedure (no visual or hearing impairment).
• • Volunteers who speak Turkish at a level to understand the methods and questionnaires used in the study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Those with claustrophobia, epilepsy, or any other neurological or psychological disorder that may cause discomfort when using the VR headset.
• • Individuals with hearing loss that affects their ability to hear podcast content.
• • Individuals with vision loss that affects their ability to see VR content.
• • Individuals who have previously experienced discomfort while using VR or are unable to adapt to VR
• • Individuals who are not suitable for the colposcopy procedure or have a serious health condition that may affect the procedure
• • Individuals who are pregnant.
• • Individuals with language barriers who may have difficulty understanding the study procedures or distractions.
• • Individuals with regular use of sedative or pain medication that may affect stress or pain management during the study.