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New treatment option for Pediatric Preoperative Anxiety
Official title Educational Cartoon to Reduce Preoperative Anxiety in Children (CALM-KIDS)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07495878
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This prospective randomized controlled study aims to compare the effects of three preoperative information strategies on anxiety in children aged 7 to 12 years undergoing elective procedures under general anesthesia. Participants will be assigned to one of three groups: an educational cartoon group, a distractor cartoon group, or a standard verbal information group.
- 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 7 to 12
You may be able to join if
- Children aged 7 to 12 years
- Scheduled for an elective procedure under general anesthesia
- American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I-II
- Willingness of both the child and the parent to participate
- Written informed consent from the parent and verbal assent from the child
You likely can't join if
- History of neurological or psychiatric disease
- Developmental delay or cognitive impairment
- Previous anesthesia experience
- Visual or hearing impairment that would prevent watching the video
- Inability to obtain parental consent or refusal of participation by the child
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
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, 7 years to 12 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). 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.