The feasibility of a patient oriented interactive panoramic virtual tour for external beam radiation therapy.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The integration of digital technology in healthcare, particularly for patient education and experience, is rapidly advancing. This pilot study examined the feasibility of an interactive panoramic virtual tour for improving patient experiences in an external beam radiation therapy (RT) setting at a smaller center.

Methods

A virtual tour of the RT department was developed using specialized software and 360-degree 8K camera. The study utilized a two-group design: a control group (33 patients) not exposed to the tour and an experimental group (35 patients) who accessed the tour via the MyHealth platform prior to RT treatment. The survey measured levels of anxiety, comfort with treatment course, knowledge about the facility, navigation through a course of RT, and sat

SUBMITTER: Schulz JB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12162308 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature