Quality and readability of online information on dental treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea

Jo, Janghyun; Kim, Ji Rak; Kim, Moon Jong; Chung, Jin Woo; Park, Ji Woon

doi:10.1016/j.ijmedinf.2019.104000

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“…The current analysis provides an extensive evaluation of MGUS-related online health information. Previously published analyses on the reliability and accuracy of online health information mainly focus on otorhinolaryngology-related topics [23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30]. Studies on other medical conditions, such as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, SARS-CoV-2, neurological disorders, etc., are available as well [15,[31][32][33][34][35][36].…”

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Accuracy and Reliability of Internet Resources for Information on Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance—What Information Is out There for Our Patients?

Kreutzer

Sauer

Kriegsmann

et al. 2021

Cancers

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Background: Online information gathering can increase patients’ engagement in decision-making. The quality of online resources available for monoclonal gammopathy of undetermined significance (MGUS) was evaluated. Methods: 900 websites from Google, Bing, Yahoo, and 150 YouTube videos were assessed. Results: The websites did not differ regarding their search rank or between the search engines. The median time since last update was 24 months. The 86 unique websites showed a medium to poor general quality (JAMA score 3/4, only 8.1% websites with a valid HON certificate). The patient- (user-) focused quality was poor (sum DISCERN score 27/80 points). The reading level was difficult (11th US school grade). The content level was very low (13/50 points). 12.8% of websites contained misleading/wrong facts. Websites provided by scientific/governmental organizations had a higher content level. For the 61 unique videos, the median time since upload was 34 months. The videos showed a medium general quality (HON Foundation score). The patient- (user-) focused quality was poor (sum DISCERN score 24 points). The content level was very low (6 points). Conclusion: MGUS-relevant online sources showed a low quality that was provided on a high reading level. Incorporation of quality indices and regular review of online content is warranted.

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“…Overall, our results are in line with these previously published studies. Those conclude on frequently outdated, mixed-, or low-quality, and incomplete online health information that requires high readability skills [15,[23][24][25][26][27][28][29][30][31][32][33][34][35][36][37][38].…”

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Accuracy and Reliability of Internet Resources for Information on Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance—What Information Is out There for Our Patients?

Kreutzer

Sauer

Kriegsmann

et al. 2021

Cancers

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“…might currently represent a source of MM related information online. The majority of previously published studies on the accuracy and reliability of internet resources, in particular websites, for information on different medical disorders and procedures mainly addressed otorhinolaryngology related topics such as sleep apnea, snoring, vestibular disorders, stuttering, and others [29][30][31][32][33][34][35][36]. Studies on the quality of online health information on other medical conditions, such as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, SARS-CoV-2, neurological disorders, systemic lupus erythematosus, etc., are available as well [14,[37][38][39][40][41][42].…”

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confidence: 99%

“…The evaluation of videos and websites was performed in an objective, transparent, and reproducible score-based manner applying a set of well-established and broadly-used scores [ 14 , 29 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 , 38 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 , 44 ]. The applied set of scores did not only cover the general quality and the degree of reading difficulty, but also explicitly addressed the patient- (user-) focused quality of medical information online by the DISCERN score.…”

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Quality of Online Information on Multiple Myeloma Available for Laypersons

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Online information can increase patients’ competence and engagement. However, there are concerns regarding invalid information. Overall, 300 websites and 50 YouTube videos on multiple myeloma (MM) were evaluated. The websites did not differ between the search engines or search ranks. The median time since the last update was 9 months. The 63 unique websites showed a poor general quality (median JAMA score 2 of 4, only 18% with a valid HON certificate). The patient- (user-) focused quality was medium to poor (median sum DISCERN score 41 out of 80 points). The overall reading level was difficult requiring at least a 12th US school grade. The content level was low (median 24 out of 73 points). Sixteen percent contained misleading/wrong facts. Websites provided by foundation/advocacies showed a significantly higher general and patient- (user-) focused quality. For videos, the median time since upload was 18 months. Judged by the HON foundation score ~80% of videos showed a medium general quality. The patient- (user-) focused quality was medium to poor (median sum DISCERN score 43 points). The content level was very low (median 8 points). MM relevant websites and videos showed a medium to low general, patient- (user-) focused and content quality. Therefore, incorporation of quality indices and regular review is warranted.

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“…The use of digital technologies has begun to be used more and more in patient management and online presence [15][16][17][18][19][20][21][22], and professionals are offering the opportunity to obtain advice about health problems and build relationships with patients using digital tools, which then become great sources for medical awareness and education [23,24].…”

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Eye Tracking and an A/B Split Test for Social Media Marketing Optimisation: The Connection between the User Profile and Ad Creative Components

Nichifor

Lixăndroiu

Chițu

et al. 2021

JTAER

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In the era of digitally dominated competition, where the effectiveness of Facebook ads prompts the social media marketing strategy, new opportunities arise for most industries. In this context, this study aims to discover and summarize the key optimisations regarding the creative ad components needed to run highly personalized ads based on a user profile. The participants were Facebook users between the ages of 18 and 65+ who were interested in dental services. Qualitative methods were adopted in order to discover suitable options for professionals to grow their business. In the first stage, the A/B split test using the Facebook Ads manager labelled the most effective creative component. In the second stage, an eye-tracking experiment generated 30 heatmaps that showed the differences between the segments. The results show solutions for attracting users by increasing the level of personalization of the ads. They are more beneficial for social media campaigns aimed at brand awareness targeting women and showing them a happy human face. When the target audience is men, technical details are preferred in order for the ad to become more attractive for them. This study enriches the literature and empowers professionals to deploy social media marketing growth strategies to attract users and make them convert to their full potential.

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Quality and readability of online information on dental treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea

Cited by 17 publications

References 35 publications

Accuracy and Reliability of Internet Resources for Information on Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance—What Information Is out There for Our Patients?

Accuracy and Reliability of Internet Resources for Information on Monoclonal Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance—What Information Is out There for Our Patients?

Quality of Online Information on Multiple Myeloma Available for Laypersons

Eye Tracking and an A/B Split Test for Social Media Marketing Optimisation: The Connection between the User Profile and Ad Creative Components

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