Pilot study shows telepresence robots lower preoperative anxiety in pediatric patients undergoing elective surgery, suggesting its potential as an additional care tool.
Key Points
This study aims to evaluate the impact of a telepresence robot on preoperative anxiety in children.
Prospective single-arm pilot study
Fifteen pediatric patients aged 5-14 undergoing elective surgery participated
Anxiety measured using Modified Yale Preoperative Anxiety Scale before and after intervention
Mean mYPAS scores decreased from 33.22 to 24.00
No significant associations found between anxiety reduction and age, sex, or prior surgery
All patients experienced a reduction or maintenance of low anxiety levels