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Skin prick testing (SPT) is a cornerstone diagnostic procedure for identifying allergic sensitizations in pediatric patients. Despite being minimally invasive, it often provokes considerable anxiety, fear, and pain, potentially compromising test accuracy due to poor compliance. Virtual Reality (VR) has emerged as a promising non-pharmacological tool for procedural distress management, yet its application in allergy diagnostics remains underexplored.
To evaluate the effectiveness of VR in reducing procedural anxiety, fear, and pain, and in improving compliance in children undergoing SPT.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual reality | Experimental |
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| Standard of care | No Intervention |
| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual reality | Device | VR application via a head-mounted display one minute before and throughout the SPT procedure. The VR intervention utilized a Samsung Gear VR headset (Samsung, Seoul, South Korea) in conjunction with a Samsung S7 or S8 mobile device to provide an immersive and engaging experience. Children were allowed to choose from a range of age-appropriate VR content designed to enhance engagement and relaxation. Prior to the procedure, children were trained on how to use the headset by study staff to ensure a smooth experience. |
| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
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| change of procedural anxiety in pediatric patients undergoing skin prick test | The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness of VR in reducing procedural anxiety in pediatric patients undergoing SPT. Anxiety levels were assessed using the CAM scale before (0), during (1), post procedure, i.e., one minute after the procedure (2). | during the procedure |
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| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Univeristy of Naples Federico II | Naples | Italy |
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| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D006967 | Hypersensitivity |
| D001008 | Anxiety Disorders |
| D010146 | Pain |
| D010349 | Patient Compliance |
| ID | Term |
|---|---|
| D007154 | Immune System Diseases |
| D001523 | Mental Disorders |
| D009461 | Neurologic Manifestations |
| D012816 | Signs and Symptoms |
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| D013568 |
| Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
| D010342 | Patient Acceptance of Health Care |
| D000074822 | Treatment Adherence and Compliance |
| D015438 | Health Behavior |
| D001519 | Behavior |