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[Evaluation of the use of virtual reality hypnosis during Port-a-cath® placement in adult oncology patients as an effective alternative to intravenous sedation : a pilot study].

Sep 2026 · Revue Medicale de Liege · Vol 81 9, pp. 521-527 · 0 citations
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Virtual reality hypnosis is a feasible and safe alternative to IVS for PAC placement under local anesthesia in oncology patients and may become essential in clinical practice by avoiding the potential side effects associated with pharmacological sedation while ensuring a similar patient experience.

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