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<p>Dermatologic procedures commonly provoke anxiety, stress, and pain, which can influence overall patient satisfaction. Traditional pain management often targets physical discomfort while overlooking the psychological aspects of these experiences. Virtual reality (VR), an emerging immersive tool in healthcare, may help address both components by reducing anxiety and improving the patient experience. This scoping review examined the potential role of VR in dermatologic procedures for both adults and children. A search of PubMed, EBSCO, OvidMEDLINE, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane Library identified 205 articles, of which 8 met inclusion criteria. Across these studies, VR consistently reduced anxiety and was associated with high patient satisfaction. Pain-reduction findings were mixed, though several studies reported meaningful improvements, particularly among highly anxious patients. Many participants expressed interest in using VR again, and some indicated they would pay for its use. Compliance outcomes varied, with one pediatric study noting decreased compliance, while others reported improved willingness to undergo procedures and shorter procedure times. Overall, VR was well received and shows promise for enhancing patient experiences in dermatology by addressing both psychological and physical discomfort. Its potential applications may extend into psychodermatology, especially for conditions influenced by psychological factors. Further research is needed to clarify cost considerations, patient preferences, and feasibility in routine clinical practice. </p>

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Seeing beyond the skin: how virtual reality transforms patient care in dermatologic procedures

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  • 发表日期：

    2025年11月25日

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  • Allison Meihofer,
  • Nicole Aust,
  • Jacklyn Potts,
  • Kennedy O’Neill,
  • Rafael Avilés Encarnación,
  • Taylor Rechter,
  • Mohammad Jafferany

摘要

Dermatologic procedures commonly provoke anxiety, stress, and pain, which can influence overall patient satisfaction. Traditional pain management often targets physical discomfort while overlooking the psychological aspects of these experiences. Virtual reality (VR), an emerging immersive tool in healthcare, may help address both components by reducing anxiety and improving the patient experience. This scoping review examined the potential role of VR in dermatologic procedures for both adults and children. A search of PubMed, EBSCO, OvidMEDLINE, PsycINFO, and the Cochrane Library identified 205 articles, of which 8 met inclusion criteria. Across these studies, VR consistently reduced anxiety and was associated with high patient satisfaction. Pain-reduction findings were mixed, though several studies reported meaningful improvements, particularly among highly anxious patients. Many participants expressed interest in using VR again, and some indicated they would pay for its use. Compliance outcomes varied, with one pediatric study noting decreased compliance, while others reported improved willingness to undergo procedures and shorter procedure times. Overall, VR was well received and shows promise for enhancing patient experiences in dermatology by addressing both psychological and physical discomfort. Its potential applications may extend into psychodermatology, especially for conditions influenced by psychological factors. Further research is needed to clarify cost considerations, patient preferences, and feasibility in routine clinical practice.