Alleviating anxiety in patients prior to MRI: A pilot single-centre single-blinded randomised controlled trial to compare video demonstration or telephone conversation with a radiographer versus routine intervention

This study has demonstrated that either of the interventions used can significantly reduce pre-MRI anxiety, with the video performing slightly better than the phone call intervention. Importantly, the routine appointment letter did not contain enough information to satisfy most patients, which argues strongly for a change in current practice.