Trial reportPediatric radiology2025
Using audiovisual intervention to reduce anxiety and improve image quality in pediatric magnetic resonance imaging.
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- Music intervention for reducing anxiety in patients undergoing CT or MRI examinations: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2026Pooled it
- [The digital patient journey : Performing radiological examinations].Radiologie (Heidelberg, Germany) · 2026Review
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- Effects of audio reading modes and content targeting on college students' anxiety: an experimental study for university mental health intervention.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Article
- The impact of magnetic resonance imaging anxiety on treatment adherence.Frontiers in psychiatry · 2025Article
- Beyond sedation: a narrative review of nonpharmacological innovations for managing patient anxiety in magnetic resonance imaging examinations.Radiologia brasileiraReview
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Abstract
backgroundMagnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a crucial diagnostic modality for pediatric patients because it avoids ionizing radiation. However, the confined space and loud noises inherent to MRI can trigger anxiety in children, potentially compromising their cooperation and image quality.
objectiveTo evaluate the effectiveness of an audiovisual preparatory intervention in reducing anxiety and improving MRI image quality in children. MATERIALS AND
methodsIn this randomized controlled trial, 48 children aged 7-11 years referred for MRI were randomly assigned to either an experimental group (n=24) or a control group (n=24). The experimental group viewed a child-friendly preparatory film prior to the MRI. Anxiety was assessed using the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory for Children before and after MRI. Image quality was evaluated independently by blinded radiologists using standardized scoring criteria.
resultsThere were no significant differences in baseline state anxiety (P=0.790) or trait anxiety (P=0.414) between groups. Post-MRI state anxiety scores were significantly lower in the experimental group (31.17±8.78) compared to the control group (37.90±6.51; P=0.004). Post-MRI trait anxiety scores remained statistically similar (P=0.491). Image quality scores were significantly higher in the experimental group than in the control group (P=0.005).
conclusionAudiovisual preparatory interventions significantly reduce state anxiety and enhance image quality in pediatric MRI without affecting trait anxiety. These findings support the integration of non-pharmacological, child-centered preparatory tools into routine MRI protocols to improve patient cooperation and diagnostic outcomes.
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