The Effect of Virtual Reality and Eye Mask During Dressing After CABG Surgery
NCT ID: NCT07039812
Last Updated: 2025-06-26
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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
90 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-02-24
2025-08-30
Brief Summary
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Postoperative dressing procedures, especially after sternotomy, often cause significant pain and anxiety in patients. These issues can negatively impact recovery and increase the need for medication. Non-pharmacological interventions such as VR and EM may help reduce these symptoms.
In this randomized controlled trial, 90 patients are divided into three groups: VR group, EM group, and a control group receiving standard care. Pain and anxiety levels are monitored baseline, immediately after, and 15 minutes after both the first and second dressing procedures. Physiological parameters are measured baseline, during, immediately after, and 15 minutes after both dressing procedures. Additionally, analgesic use is followed baseline and immediately after each dressing procedure. The study is conducted in a cardiovascular intensive care unit in Istanbul, Türkiye. It is expected that the findings will support the integration of VR and EM as effective, low-cost, and non-invasive options for postoperative care, improving patient comfort and healthcare quality.
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Detailed Description
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The study includes 90 patients, randomly assigned to one of three groups: VR Group: Patients watched 360-degree nature-themed videos using a virtual reality headset during dressing. EM Group: Patients wore an eye mask during dressing. Control Group: Patients received standard care without any additional intervention. The study is being conducted in the Cardiovascular Surgery Intensive Care Unit of a public hospital located in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Inclusion criteria include adult patients undergoing CABG for the first time, ASA classification I-II-III, fully conscious, oriented, cooperative, and willing to provide informed consent. Exclusion criteria include patients with infections or complications, psychiatric disorders, or sensory impairments such as hearing or vision problems. Pain and anxiety levels are assessed at three time points during both the first and second dressing procedures: baseline, immediately after dressing, and 15 minutes after dressing. Physiological parameters (blood pressure, pulse rate, respiratory rate, oxygen saturation) are measured at four time points: baseline, immediately after dressing, and 15 minutes after dressing. Analgesic use is recorded baseline and immediately after each dressing. This study is one of the first to compare VR and EM interventions in the context of high-risk, postoperative cardiac surgery. The results are expected to contribute to evidence-based nursing practices, improve patient comfort in the postoperative period, and support the use of cost-effective, drug-free alternatives for pain and anxiety management in clinical care.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
SUPPORTIVE_CARE
NONE
Study Groups
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Virtual Reality Group
Participants in this group will watch 360-degree nature-themed videos through a virtual reality headset (Oculus meta quest 2) during both the first and second sternotomy dressing procedures.
Virtual Reality Headset
During the dressing change, nature-themed videos will be shown through a virtual reality headset that immerses the user in a 360-degree, three-dimensional virtual environment.
Eye Mask Group
Participants in this group will wear an eye mask during both the first and second sternotomy dressing procedures.
Eye Mask
A soft, adjustable, 3D-structured eye mask (Poblex brand) will be applied during the dressing procedure.
Control Group
Participants in this group will receive standard postoperative care during dressing, with no additional interventions applied.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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Virtual Reality Headset
During the dressing change, nature-themed videos will be shown through a virtual reality headset that immerses the user in a 360-degree, three-dimensional virtual environment.
Eye Mask
A soft, adjustable, 3D-structured eye mask (Poblex brand) will be applied during the dressing procedure.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* First-time coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery for coronary artery disease
* ASA physical status I, II, or III
* Conscious, oriented, and cooperative
* Able to communicate verbally
* Provided written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
* Intubated at the time of assessment
* Undergoing revision surgery
* Receiving anesthesia or sedation in the ICU
* Experiencing intraoperative or postoperative complications
* Inability to speak Turkish
* Hearing or visual impairment
* Diagnosed psychiatric or cognitive disorder
* Diagnosis of epilepsy
* Body mass index (BMI) ≥ 30
* Participation in another clinical trial during the same period
18 Years
65 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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Prof. Dr. Cemil Tascıoglu Education and Research Hospital Organization
OTHER
Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Tugce Bozkurt Elmas
PhD Candidate
Locations
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Prof. Dr. Cemil Taşçıoğlu City Hospital
Istanbul, Marmara, Turkey (Türkiye)
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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Other Identifiers
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CABG-15
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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