U.S., March 7 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07454993) titled 'The Effect of Music During Colonoscopy: A Randomized Controlled Trial on Pain' on Feb. 23.
Brief Summary: Colonoscopy is an important examination used to diagnose conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease and colorectal cancer and plays a central role in colorectal cancer screening programs. Although colonoscopy is a routine and generally safe procedure, many patients experience pain, discomfort, and anxiety during the examination. Approximately 25-30% of patients report moderate to severe pain. Fear of discomfort is also a known barrier to participation in colonoscopy, particularly in screening settings.
Sedatives and pain-rel...