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Official title Multimedia Education to Reduce Anxiety and Improve Care Awareness in Cataract Surgery Patients
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07030946
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to examine the effectiveness of multimedia health education in reducing preoperative anxiety and enhancing self-care awareness among patients undergoing outpatient cataract surgery. A randomized group design will be employed, in which participants will receive either standard preoperative education or a multimedia-based intervention covering surgical procedures, precautions, and postoperative care.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18 years or older
- Diagnosed with cataract and scheduled for elective phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation (first-time surgery)
- Able to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese
- Blood glucose \<250 mg/dL and HbA1c \<8% if diabetic (assessed by attending physician)
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosed with dementia or psychiatric disorders
- History of previous cataract surgery
- Severe hearing impairment (certified disability without hearing aid)
- Systolic blood pressure \>160 mmHg on the day of surgery
- Preoperative visual acuity less than 0.05
- Undergoing combined ocular procedures (e.g., vitrectomy) during cataract surgery
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 18 years or older
- Diagnosed with cataract and scheduled for elective phacoemulsification with intraocular lens implantation (first-time surgery)
- Able to communicate in Mandarin or Taiwanese
- Blood glucose \<250 mg/dL and HbA1c \<8% if diabetic (assessed by attending physician)
- Diagnosed with dementia or psychiatric disorders
- History of previous cataract surgery
- Severe hearing impairment (certified disability without hearing aid)
- Systolic blood pressure \>160 mmHg on the day of surgery
- Preoperative visual acuity less than 0.05
- Undergoing combined ocular procedures (e.g., vitrectomy) during cataract surgery
- Unable to use digital devices required for the intervention
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Keelung, Keelung, Taiwan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Keelung, Keelung, Taiwan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.