Effects of Lavender Aromatherapy on Patient Anxiety During Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Description

This study aims to improve patient comfort by exploring the potential of lavender aromatherapy in reducing anxiety and unpleasant odor perception during Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS). Lavender has been widely studied for its sedative-like properties and calming effects, both in medical and dental settings. By investigating the impact of lavender aromatherapy on patient anxiety levels during MMS, we seek to provide evidence-based insights into non- pharmacological interventions that can enhance the overall comfort and experience of participants.

Conditions

Skin Cancer, Skin Carcinoma

Study Overview

Study Details

Study overview

This study aims to improve patient comfort by exploring the potential of lavender aromatherapy in reducing anxiety and unpleasant odor perception during Mohs Micrographic Surgery (MMS). Lavender has been widely studied for its sedative-like properties and calming effects, both in medical and dental settings. By investigating the impact of lavender aromatherapy on patient anxiety levels during MMS, we seek to provide evidence-based insights into non- pharmacological interventions that can enhance the overall comfort and experience of participants.

Effects of Lavender Aromatherapy on Patient Anxiety During Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Effects of Lavender Aromatherapy on Patient Anxiety During Mohs Micrographic Surgery

Condition
Skin Cancer
Intervention / Treatment

-

Contacts and Locations

Cleveland

University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Seidman Cancer Center, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cleveland, Ohio, United States, 44106-5065

Participation Criteria

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Eligibility Criteria

  • * At least 18 years of age
  • * No previous Mohs surgeries
  • * Currently seen in UH(University Hospitals)Westlake Dermatology Clinic for Mohs surgery
  • * Mohs surgery of the head and neck
  • * Participants with lavender allergies
  • * Participants with aroma sensitivities
  • * Participants with anosmia
  • * Participants with cold or flu symptoms

Ages Eligible for Study

18 Years to

Sexes Eligible for Study

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Collaborators and Investigators

Case Comprehensive Cancer Center,

Bryan Carroll, MD, PhD, PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Case Comprehensive Cancer Center

Study Record Dates

2026-04-01