Virtual Reality in Electrophysiology Procedures

This study is looking at how virtual reality (VR) goggles can be used during electrophysiology (EP) procedures, which are treatments for irregular heartbeats like Premature Ventricular Complexes (PVCs). The goal is to see if VR can help distract patients during these procedures. You might be able to join if you are 18 or older, are scheduled for an EP procedure with MAC (Monitored Anesthesia Care), and don't have a history of motion sickness or blindness. The study will measure how well virtual reality works as a distractor for up to two hours during the procedure. The study plans to enroll 10 participants, but its current status is unclear.

Study design
This is an observational study with 10 planned participants. It is not specified if it is randomized or blinded.
What's involved
You would use virtual reality goggles during your electrophysiology procedure.
Compensation
Not stated in the trial record.
Follow-up
The primary endpoint, virtual reality as a distractor, is measured for up to 2 hours.

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NCT04893278

Virtual Reality in Electrophysiology Laboratory (EP)

Enrolling by Invitation
Not specifiedAges 18+Observational
Mayo Clinic
~10 participants
Updated 2026-01-21 on ClinicalTrials.gov
What's tested:Virtual reality

At a glance

Recruiting sites
0 of 1 listed site is recruiting right now
RecruitingSuspended, closed, or not yet open
What they're measuring
Virtual reality as distractor
Measured over Up to 2hours
PVC - Premature Ventricular Complex
Ablation
1 sites across 1 states
Florida1
  • Klaus Torp, MD · PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR · Mayo Clinic

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Eligibility criteria

Inclusion

Age ≥ 18 years old.
Patients scheduled for electrophysiology procedure with MAC.
Subject willing to participate and able to provide informed consent.

Exclusion

Age \< 18 years old.
History of motion sickness or blindness.
  • Virtual reality as distractorUp to 2hours

    Evaluate patients' experience and satisfaction with using virutal reality during electrophysiology procedures