Key result
Virtual reality exposure for 5-8 minutes at 24-48 hours after major abdominal surgery reduced postoperative pain intensity but did not improve postoperative cognitive deficit.
Why the study?
Impaired cognition and pain after surgery contribute to prolonged hospital stays and increased mortality, prioritizing the development of preemptive algorithms to reduce their impact.
Does virtual reality reduce postoperative cognitive decline and pain perception in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery?
Population
51 patients who have undergone major abdominal surgery
Comparison
Virtual reality (VR) sessions vs control
Design
Prospective, monocentric clinical study
Follow-up
24–48 h after surgery
Authors
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Should not yet change practice for postoperative cognitive protection; leaves open a possible pain benefit needing RCT confirmation.
Does virtual reality reduce postoperative cognitive decline and pain perception in patients undergoing major abdominal surgery?
A brief 5-8 minute virtual reality session 24-48 hours after major abdominal surgery reduces postoperative pain intensity but does not improve short-term cognitive impairment.
Droc et al. (2023) studied Major abdominal surgery (n=51). Virtual reality (VR) vs. Control was evaluated on Mini-mental state examination (MMSE) and visual analogue scale (VAS) at 24-48 h after surgery. Virtual reality exposure for 5-8 minutes at 24-48 hours after major abdominal surgery reduced postoperative pain intensity but did not improve postoperative cognitive deficit.
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