3-Dimensional Virtual Reality Versus 2-Dimensional Video for Distraction During the Induction of Anesthesia in Children to Reduce Anxiety

A Randomized Controlled Trial

Anesthesia Analgesia

Reviewed January 2026 by Dr Tim Durack

Summary This study did not find 3D virtual reality (VR) to be superior to 2D tablet audiovisual distraction in reducing anxiety during induction for children undergoing emergency or elective...