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Virtual Reality for Anxiety Before Heart Catheterization (VR-THEIA Trial)

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Research Sponsored by Spectrum Health Hospitals

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Aged between 18 and 75 years

Scheduled to undergo a left-heart catheterization procedure at the Meijer Heart Center

Must not have

History of seizures, migraine headaches, or severe susceptibility to motion sickness

Currently taking psychotropic drugs or on long-term psychotropic treatment

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up procedure day

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trialtests if using VR tech plus education can reduce pre-procedure anxiety in first-time cardiac catheterization patients, by showing them a 3-D simulation of their procedure.

Who is the study for?

This trial is for adults aged 18-75 who are about to have their first heart catheterization at the Meijer Heart Center. They must be able to read and speak English, provide written consent, and not have a history of seizures, migraines or severe motion sickness. Those on psychotropic drugs or with past cardiac procedures can't join.

What is being tested?

The study tests if using Virtual Reality (VR) along with standard education before a heart catheterization can reduce anxiety more than just the standard education alone. Participants will experience a simulated version of their procedure in VR prior to the actual date.

What are the potential side effects?

While VR is generally safe, it may cause side effects like temporary discomfort, dizziness or nausea especially in those prone to motion sickness. There's also a small risk of triggering seizures in susceptible individuals.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am between 18 and 75 years old.

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I am scheduled for a left-heart catheterization at the Meijer Heart Center.

Exclusion Criteria

You may be eligible for the trial if you check “No” for criteria below:

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I have a history of seizures, migraines, or severe motion sickness.

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I am currently on long-term medication for mental health.

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I cannot read or speak English.

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I have had heart procedures done in a cath lab.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ change from baseline visit to procedure day. baseline visits will occur up to 4 weeks prior to procedure.

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~change from baseline visit to procedure day. baseline visits will occur up to 4 weeks prior to procedure.

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and change from baseline visit to procedure day. baseline visits will occur up to 4 weeks prior to procedure. for reporting.