Effect of Virtual Reality and Tablet-Based Distraction Techniques on Behavioral Distress in Children During Urinary Catheterization

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Conditions studied: Urinary Catheterization

In brief

This randomized controlled trial will evaluate the effect of Virtual Reality (VR) and tablet-based distraction techniques on children's behavioral distress during urinary catheterization, compared with a control group receiving standard care. Urinary catheterization is a painful and distressing procedure for children that requires effective non-pharmacological interventions to manage anxiety and pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: VR distraction, tablet-based distraction, or control. The findings of this study will provide evidence on the effectiveness of digital distraction methods in reducing behavioral distress and improving the overall experience for pediatric patients undergoing invasive procedures at specialized pediatric centers.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07546305

Run by

nibras mohammed kadhim

People needed

90

Starts

2026-05-30

Expected to finish

2027-01-30

Last updated by the study team

2026-05-08

Who can join

Age: 6 and older, up to 16. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Age: Children aged 6 to 16 years.
• Procedure: Children undergoing urinary catheterization at the Children's Welfare Teaching Hospital.
• Cognitive Status: Children with normal cognitive development and the ability to follow instructions.
• Sensory Ability: Children with normal or corrected-to-normal vision and hearing.
• Consent: Obtaining written informed consent from the legal guardian and verbal assent from the child.

You may not qualify if…

• Medical History: History of epilepsy, seizures, or severe motion sickness (VR safety).
• Emergency Cases: Children requiring urgent/emergency catheterization.
• Disabilities: Children with intellectual disabilities or significant physical impairments.

Where it is running

• Welfare Teaching Hospital — Baghdad, Iraq

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