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Virtual Reality as a Method for Pain and Anxiety Control During First Trimester Procedural Abortion

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NCT07288047 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn whether use of a virtual reality (VR) headset showing a meditative nature video will help reduce pain and anxiety during a first trimester procedural abortion. Investigators will enroll 72 patients undergoing a first trimester procedural abortion with usual care to manage pain and anxiety compared to use of a VR headset in addition to usual care to see if use of the VR headset will decrease pain and anxiety and increase satisfaction with the procedure.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients at Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania who have decided to undergo and are eligible for a procedural abortion. * 18 years old or older * \<14 weeks gestation on day of abortion * Able to comprehend written English * Willing to comply with the study protocol * Willing and able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of vertigo * History of epilepsy * Claustrophobia * Significant hearing or visual impairments (such as deafness or blindness) * Require hearing aids * Have an implanted medical device, such as cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator * Require misoprostol for cervical preparation * Prior unsuccessful attempt at abortion during this pregnancy
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What it tests

  • VR headset
  • Usual Care
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Where

2 sites
Center for Family Planning Research, Magee-Womens Hospital
Pittsburgh, United States
Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania
Pittsburgh, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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