To determine whether multimedia information reduces the level of pre-operative anxiety in patients undergoing major elective surgery. To evaluate the efficacy of a video, showing the patient pathway to and from the Operating Theatre, compared with standard information, a written leaflet, about the operating room experience and environment.
The aim of this study is to investigate a possible reduction in pre-operative anxiety in patients undergoing major elective surgery, by providing multimedia information regarding the patient pathway to and from the Operating Theatre.