Randomized clinical trial of immersive virtual reality tour of the operating theatre in children before anaesthesia

A virtual reality (VR) tour of the operating theatre before anaesthesia could provide a realistic experience for children. This study was designed to determine whether a preoperative VR tour could reduce preoperative anxiety in children.

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