How effective is a preparatory video in reducing fear and anxiety among patients undergoing magnetic resonance imaging?
| ISRCTN | ISRCTN15794750 |
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| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1186/ISRCTN15794750 |
| Sponsor | King Khalid University |
| Funder | Deanship of Scientific Research, King Khalid University |
- Submission date
- 21/07/2026
- Registration date
- 27/07/2026
- Last edited
- 24/07/2026
- Recruitment status
- No longer recruiting
- Overall study status
- Completed
- Condition category
- Other
Prospectively registered
Protocol
Statistical analysis plan
Results
Individual participant data
Record updated in last year
Plain English summary of protocol
Not provided at time of registration
Contact information
Prof Moawia Gameraddin
Scientific, Public, Principal investigator
Scientific, Public, Principal investigator
King Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz
Alrabawa
Al-Madinah
42353
Saudi Arabia
| Phone | +966 (0)534821130 |
|---|---|
| gameraldinm@gmail.com |
Study information
| Primary study design | Interventional |
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| Allocation | Randomized controlled trial |
| Masking | Blinded (masking used) |
| Control | Active |
| Assignment | Parallel |
| Purpose | Health services research |
| Scientific title | Effectiveness of video-based preparation in reducing anxiety and improving outcomes in mri: a prospective experimental study |
| Study objectives | Primary objective: To evaluate the effectiveness of a video-based educational preparation in reducing anxiety among adult patients undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) compared with standard verbal preparation Secondary objectives: 1. To compare patient cooperation during MRI between the intervention and control groups 2. To assess patient movement during MRI scanning 3. To evaluate the need for repeat MRI examinations due to patient movement 4. To assess patients' understanding of the MRI procedure and the clarity of the preparation provided 5. To evaluate patients' perceptions of the educational video, including its helpfulness, effect on confidence, and understanding of the MRI examination |
| Ethics approval(s) |
1. Approved 26/02/2026, The Research Ethics Committee at King Khalid University (HAPO-06-B-001) (King Khalid University, Abha, 61421, Saudi Arabia; 0172417484; ecm@kku.edu.sa), ref: KKU-60-2026-1 2. Approved 26/02/2026, The Research Ethics Committee at King Khalid University (HAPO-06-B-001) (King Khalid University , Abha, Aseer, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia., Abha, 61421, Saudi Arabia; 0172417484.; ecm@kku.edu.sa), ref: KKU-60-2026-1 |
| Health condition(s) or problem(s) studied | Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)-related anxiety in adult patients undergoing MRI examinations |
| Intervention | Intervention arm 1 (experimental group): Video-based educational preparation before MRI: Participants received a standardized educational video immediately before undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The video explained the MRI procedure, scanner environment, examination duration, expected acoustic noise, patient positioning, contraindications, and the importance of remaining still throughout the examination. Following the video, participants proceeded with the MRI examination and completed the study questionnaires, as follows: Experimental group: Participants viewed a standardized educational video immediately before the MRI. The video explained the MRI procedure, expected noise, examination duration, patient positioning, contraindications, and the importance of remaining still during image acquisition. Following the intervention, participants underwent MRI and completed study questionnaires. Control group: Participants received routine verbal preparation according to standard clinical practice before MRI without viewing the educational video. They subsequently underwent MRI and completed the same study assessments. Method of randomization: Participants were randomly allocated to either the intervention or control group using a computer-generated allocation sequence. Allocation concealment was ensured using sequentially numbered, sealed, opaque envelopes, which were opened only after participant enrolment. |
| Intervention type | Behavioural |
| Primary outcome measure(s) |
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| Key secondary outcome measure(s) | |
| Completion date | 02/04/2026 |
Eligibility
| Participant type(s) | |
|---|---|
| Age group | Adult |
| Lower age limit | 20 Years |
| Upper age limit | 60 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Target sample size at registration | 251 |
| Total final enrolment | 231 |
| Key inclusion criteria | 1. Adults aged 20 years or older 2. Patients scheduled to undergo a magnetic resonance imaging examination at the study site 3. Able to understand the study information and the educational video 4. Able and willing to provide informed consent 5. Able to complete the study questionnaire before and/or after the MRI examination |
| Key exclusion criteria | 1. Patients younger than 20 years or older than 60 years (if these were the predefined age limits) 2. Patients unable to provide informed consent 3. Patients with cognitive impairment or communication difficulties that prevented understanding of the educational video or completion of the questionnaire 4. Patients requiring emergency MRI examinations where there was insufficient time to receive the preparatory intervention 5. Patients who declined participation in the study 6. Patients unable to complete the study questionnaire |
| Date of first enrolment | 18/03/2026 |
| Date of final enrolment | 27/03/2026 |
Locations
Countries of recruitment
- Saudi Arabia
Study participating centres
Results and Publications
| Individual participant data (IPD) Intention to share | No |
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Editorial Notes
21/07/2026: Study's existence confirmed by the Research Ethics Committee at King Khalid University.
