Virtual reality as a distraction technique in pediatric patients undergoing orthopedic procedures: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

研究概要

4 randomized controlled trials including 624 paediatric patients undergoing orthopaedic procedures were included in this systematic review and meta-analysis comparing virtual reality (VR) distraction with standard care. Pooled outcomes of interest included procedural pain, anxiety, and heart rate. VR distraction significantly reduced anxiety, pain, and heart rate compared with standard care, with consistent findings across sensitivity analyses and no significant subgroup differences based on study quality or country. These findings suggest that VR is an effective, safe, and child-friendly nonpharmacological intervention for reducing procedural distress during paediatric orthopaedic procedures.