Readability and quality of online information for patients pertaining to revision knee arthroplasty: An objective analysis

Murphy, Ben; Irwin, Shane; Condon, Finbarr; Kennedy, Cian

doi:10.1016/j.surge.2021.12.009

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“…However, studies consistently show that these recommendations are rarely met in PEMs related to orthopaedic diseases, conditions, treatments, and recovery (Abdullah et al, 2022;Baumann et al, 2023;Ghanem et al, 2023;Hanish et al, 2023;Stelzer et al, 2022;Sudah et al, 2023). Similar findings have consistently been shown in PEMs related to THA and TKA, which is particularly problematic as these surgeries are extremely common (Doinn et al, 2020;Karimi et al, 2023;Murphy et al, 2022;Shnaekel et al, 2018). Poor readability of THA and TKA PEMs may have negative impacts on patient understanding, compliance, and expectations.…”

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A standardised method for improving the readability of patient education materials for total hip & knee arthroplasty patients

Baumann,

Marshall,

O’Malley

et al. 2024

Musculoskeletal Care

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PurposeOrthopaedic Patient Education Materials (PEMs) related to total hip and total knee arthroplasty (TKA) have repeatedly been shown to not meet American Medical Association and National Institutes of Health recommendations for readability. PEMs that are written with too much complexity limit the ability of some readers to comprehend the material. These complex PEMs also limit the health literacy of patients, a key determinant of health status and outcomes. The purpose of this study was to improve the readability of total hip and TKA‐related PEMs by limiting the use of sentences with ≥15 words and limiting the use of words with ≥ three syllables.MethodsThe readability of all 26 PEMs in this study was assessed before and after editing. Editing of articles included limiting the use of sentences with ≥15 words and limiting the use of words with ≥three syllables while preserving PEM content.ResultsA total of 26 PEMs were available for use in this study after the application of inclusion and exclusion criteria. The percentage of original PEMs at or below the recommended sixth‐grade reading level was 0% (0 out of 26), while the percentage of edited PEMs at or below the sixth‐grade reading level was 50% (13 out of 26).ConclusionsUsing this standardised method for reducing sentence length to <15 words and limiting the use of words with >2 syllables, while preserving key content, significantly improved the readability of PEMs related to total hip and TKA.

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A standardised method for improving the readability of patient education materials for total hip & knee arthroplasty patients

Baumann,

Marshall,

O’Malley

et al. 2024

Musculoskeletal Care

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“…C. Lee et al, 2019;Lim et al, 2021;Langbecker & Janda, 2012;Lipari et al, 2019;Liu et al, 2014;Louw et al, 2013;Luk et al, 2010;Luk & Aslani, 2011;Mac et al, 2020;Macdonald et al, 2010;Magrath et al, 2022;Manchaiah et al, 2020;Mani et al, 2021;Martin et al, 2022;McBride et al, 2017;McEnteggart et al, 2015;Meade & Dreyer, 2022;Mehta et al, 2018;Miguens-Vila et al, 2018;Mikhail et al, 2015;Miles et al, 2020;Miles et al, 2021;Mira et al, 2013;Murphy et al, Pearson et al, 2022;Phillips et al, 2015;Piredda et al, 2016;Pires & Cavaco, 2014;Pothier et al, 2008;Powell et al, 2021;Prabhu et al, 2016;Prieto et al, 2020;Protheroe et al, 2015;Raeis, 2006;Rai et al, 2021;Rayess et al, 2017;Redfern et al, 2006;Rhee et al, 2013;Robb et al, 2019;Robinson & Schumacher, 2013;Rooney et al, 2020;Rosenberg et al, 2016;…”

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Patient education information material assessment criteria: A scoping review

Ahmadzadeh

Bahrami

Zare–Farashbandi

et al. 2023

Health Info Libraries J

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Background: Patient education information material (PEIM) is an essential component of patient education programs in increasing patients' ability to cope with their diseases. Therefore, it is essential to consider the criteria that will be used to prepare and evaluate these resources.Objective: This paper aims to identify these criteria and recognize the tools or methods used to evaluate them.Methods: National and international databases and indexing banks, including PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, ProQuest, the Cochrane Library, Magiran, SID and ISC, were searched for this review. Original or review articles, theses, short surveys, and conference papers published between January 1990 and June 2022 were included.Results: Overall, 4688 documents were retrieved, of which 298 documents met the inclusion criteria. The criteria were grouped into 24 overarching criteria. The most frequently used criteria were readability, quality, suitability, comprehensibility and understandability. Conclusion: This review has provided empirical evidence to identify criteria, tools, techniques or methods for developing or evaluating a PEIM. The authors suggest that developing a comprehensive tool based on these findings is critical for evaluating the overall efficiency of PEIM using effective criteria.

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“…Different studies have examined the readability and quality of online educational material in different orthopedic subspecialties, including specific knee pathologies and their surgical treatment [ 6 - 16 ]. Anyway, up to date, no study has investigated the quality and readability of online information concerning posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction.…”

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Readability and Quality of Online Patient Education Materials Concerning Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Venosa,

Cerciello,

Zoubi

et al. 2024

Cureus

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Objective This study aimed to assess the quality of online patient educational materials regarding posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction. Methods We performed a search of the top-50 results on Google® (terms: “posterior cruciate ligament reconstruction,” “PCL reconstruction,” “posterior cruciate ligament surgery,” and “PCL surgery”) and subsequently filtered to rule out duplicated/inaccessible websites or those containing only videos (67 websites included). Readability was assessed using six formulas: Flesch-Kincaid Reading Ease (FRE), Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level (FKG), Gunning Fog Score (GF), Simple Measure of Gobbledygook (SMOG) Index, Coleman-Liau Index (CLI), Automated Readability Index (ARI); quality was assessed using the JAMA benchmark criteria and recording the presence of the HONcode seal. Results The mean FRE was 49.3 (SD 11.2) and the mean FKG level was 8.09. These results were confirmed by the other readability formulae (average: GF 8.9; SMOG Index 7.3; CLI 14.7; ARI 6.5). A HONcode seal was available for 7.4 % of websites. The average JAMA score was 1.3. Conclusion The reading level of online patient materials concerning PCL reconstruction is too high for the average reader, requiring high comprehension skills. Practice implications Online medical information has been shown to influence patient healthcare decision processes. Patient-oriented educational materials should be clear and easy to understand.

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Readability and quality of online information for patients pertaining to revision knee arthroplasty: An objective analysis

Cited by 15 publications

References 18 publications

A standardised method for improving the readability of patient education materials for total hip & knee arthroplasty patients

A standardised method for improving the readability of patient education materials for total hip & knee arthroplasty patients

Patient education information material assessment criteria: A scoping review

Readability and Quality of Online Patient Education Materials Concerning Posterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

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