Virtual Reality Effects on Pain During Hysteroscopy Hysteroscopy: A Randomized Control Trial

The primary aim of this study is to see if virtual reality can decrease pain intensity during office hysteroscopies using a 100mm Visual Analogue Scale (VAS). A secondary aim will be to monitor heart rate for patients using virtual reality versus the controls during the procedure. Another secondary aim will be to time the length of the procedure as it is possible if pain perception is reduced, the procedure can be completed faster. Lastly, we would also want to evaluate both patient and surgeon satisfaction of the procedure with or without virtual reality by using a satisfaction questionnaire to assess for patients satisfaction with the procedure, with the VR intervention, perceived realism of VR game, and measure simulator sickness related to the VR game.

Inclusion Criteria: Inclusion criteria will be women over the age of 18 presenting for office hysteroscopy. Exclusion Criteria: Exclusion criteria included patients with visual or auditory impairment that would interfere with their ability to use the virtual reality set, English language non-fluency, history of opioid dependence/abuse, current narcotic use, or desire for narcotic use during the procedure.