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Effects of video presented information about Excimer laser therapy on comprehension and satisfaction with informed consent

Effects of video presented information about excimer laser therapy on ametropic patients’ comprehension and satisfaction with the informed consent process: A randomized controlled trial

Status
Active, not recruiting
Phases
Unknown
Study type
Interventional
Source
ISRCTN
Registry ID
ISRCTN54821973
Enrollment
86
Registered
2017-05-10
Start date
2017-06-01
Completion date
Unknown
Last updated
2020-01-21

For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Sourced from public registries and may not reflect the latest updates. Terms

Conditions

Excimer laser treatment for ametropia Eye Diseases Excimer laser treatment for ametropia

Interventions

Potentially eligible participants treated at the refractive centre of the cantonal hospital Lucerne (LUKS) are informed about the existence of the study by their treating ophthalmologist. During an in

Sponsors

Augenklinik Luzerner Kantonsspital [Cantonal Hospital Lucerne Eye Clinic]
Lead Sponsor

Eligibility

Sex/Gender
All

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: 1. Patients assessing refractive excimer laser therapy for ametropia at the refractive centre of the LUKS will be evaluated at their initial visit for study inclusion 2. Signed written informed consent form

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: 1. Inability to follow the procedures of the study due to i.e. language problems, psychological disorders, dementia etc 2. Aged < 18 years 3. Enrolment of the investigator, his/her family members, employees and other dependent persons

Design outcomes

Primary

MeasureTime frame
Patients knowledge is measured using five multiple choice questions with five statements after the consultation.

Secondary

MeasureTime frame
1. Patients’ satisfaction is measured using a questionnaire after the consultation. 2. Anxiety levels is measured using a subpart of the State-Trait Anxiety Inventory 42 after the consultation. 3. Perceived contact time measured using a questionnaire after the consultation.

Countries

Switzerland

Outcome results

None listed

Source: ISRCTN (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Feb 4, 2026