YouTube as an information source of Transversus abdominis plane block

TURHAN, Semin; AKDAĞLI EKİCİ, Arzu

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“…This heterogeneity in content contributors, coupled with a lack of oversight, contributes to the information pollution on YouTube. This observation aligns with prior reports by Turhan et al [5] who highlighted similar issues. Our findings mirror the existing literature, revealing that videos uploaded by nonphysicians were characterized by poor quality content.…”

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“…While it holds true that the JAMA, DISCERN, and GQS metrics were not specifically devised for the assessment of YouTube video quality, they have been conventionally employed across a substantial portion of research endeavors due to their prevalent adoption within the field. [2,5] The utility of these systems in evaluating video quality has been frequently acknowledged. [2,5,6] In our investigation, we sought to enhance the validation process by engaging 2 distinct medical professionals as reviewers.…”

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“…[2,5] The utility of these systems in evaluating video quality has been frequently acknowledged. [2,5,6] In our investigation, we sought to enhance the validation process by engaging 2 distinct medical professionals as reviewers. However, it’s plausible that the validation process might benefit from broader participation.…”

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“…Evidently, empirical investigations have indicated that content disseminated by healthcare experts possesses the capacity to facilitate learning and enhance knowledge acquisition. [5]…”

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An analysis of YouTube videos about restless leg syndrome: Choosing the right guide

Tutan,

Ulfberg

2023

Medicine

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Individuals often resort to YouTube as a means of accessing insights into their medical conditions and potential avenues for treatment. Among prevalent and incapacitating afflictions within the general populace, restless leg syndrome assumes significance. The focal objective of this investigation is to scrutinize the caliber inherent in videos pertaining to restless leg syndrome disseminated via the YouTube platform. The sorting of videos was accomplished by gauging their pertinence subsequent to conducting a search for “restless leg syndrome” on YouTube, specifically on the 20th of August, 2023. The evaluation encompassed videos curated from the selection of the top 50 English language videos deemed most relevant. The review process entailed the comprehensive assessment of relevance and content by 2 distinct medical professionals operating independently. Furthermore, pertinent descriptive attributes of each video, such as upload date, view count, likes, dislikes, and comments, were meticulously documented within the dataset. To ascertain video quality, the DISCERN Score, global quality score, and Journal of the American Medical Association rating scales were employed as evaluative tools. Significant statistical disparities were observed in terms of DISCERN scores between videos uploaded by medical doctors and those uploaded by individuals without medical qualifications (P < .001). Correspondingly, upon comparing the 2 aforementioned groups, videos uploaded by healthcare professionals exhibited statistically superior quality scores in both the Journal of the American Medical Association and global quality score assessments (P < .001 for both comparisons). The informational quality regarding restless leg syndrome on YouTube presents a spectrum of variability. Notably, videos that offer valuable insights, as well as those that could potentially mislead viewers, do not display discernible variations in terms of their viewership and popularity. For patients seeking reliable information, a useful and safe approach involves favoring videos uploaded by medical professionals. It is imperative to prioritize the professional identity of the content uploader rather than being swayed by the video’s popularity or the quantity of comments it has amassed.

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confidence: 99%

“…Evidently, empirical investigations have indicated that content disseminated by healthcare experts possesses the capacity to facilitate learning and enhance knowledge acquisition. [5]…”

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confidence: 99%

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An analysis of YouTube videos about restless leg syndrome: Choosing the right guide

Tutan,

Ulfberg

2023

Medicine

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Red Cell Distribution Width, Mean Platelet Volume, and Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Kartal,

Sahiner

2023

Cureus

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Introduction Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional gastrointestinal disorder characterized by persistent abdominal pain and variable bowel patterns, impacting individuals' quality of life. Despite its functional nature, recent research has indicated the role of inflammatory processes in IBS development. This study aims to investigate the potential diagnostic value of routine blood parameters and their relationship with IBS. Methods In this retrospective analysis, patients diagnosed with IBS based on the ROME IV criteria were identified from the outpatient clinic of Hitit University Erol Olçok Teaching and Research Hospital between January 1, 2023, and May 1, 2023. Exclusion criteria encompassed specific medical conditions, psychiatric disorders, and organic bowel pathologies. A cohort of 100 IBS patients and 100 healthy controls were included for comparison. Comprehensive blood data, including neutrophil count, lymphocyte count, hemoglobin level, red cell distribution width (RDW), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), mean platelet volume (MPV), and platelet count, were collected. Statistical analyses were conducted using SPSS for Windows version 26.0 (IBM Corp., Armonk, NY). Descriptive statistics, Pearson's or Spearman's correlation coefficients, Mann-Whitney U test, and Chi-square test were used to analyze data. Results The study cohort consisted of 70 men (35%) and 130 women (65%). The average age was 51.65 ± 14.64 years (52 years). The mean neutrophil count was 4.6 ± 1.5 (4.29) in the control group and 4.7 ± 2.03 (4.12) in the IBS group. The mean lymphocyte count was 2.3 ± 0.86 (2.21) in the control group and 2.3 ± 0.82 (2.23) in the IBS group, indicating no statistically significant difference (p = 0.732). The mean RDW was measured as 13.62 ± 1.07 (13.4) in the control group and 13.68 ± 1.18 (13.55) in the IBS group, again demonstrating no significant difference (p = 0.915). Mean MCV and MPV values showed no substantial variation between the control and IBS groups (p = 0.649 and p = 0.406, respectively). Conclusion While this study did not yield statistically robust outcomes, it underscores the potential of utilizing neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio (NLR), RDW, and MPV as adjunctive diagnostic markers for IBS. These routine and cost-effective parameters could enhance the diagnostic process, especially in cases with suspected IBS. Continued research is essential to unravel their complete diagnostic potential and clinical applicability.

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Evaluation of YouTube Videos as a Source of Information on Hepatosteatosis

Tutan,

Kaya

2023

Cureus

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Introduction Individuals frequently turn to YouTube as a source of information about their medical conditions and potential treatment options. Among the common ailments affecting the general population, hepatosteatosis stands out due to its severe consequences in the absence of proper treatment. The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the quality of hepatosteatosis-related videos available on the YouTube platform, and the secondary objective is to determine if there is a difference in video quality between videos uploaded by medical professionals and other sources. Methods The process of selecting videos for this study involved evaluating their relevance after conducting a search using the keywords "hepatosteatosis," "fatty liver," and "hepatic steatosis" on YouTube. This search was conducted on August 18, 2023. From the search results, we identified and selected the top 50 most-watched videos in the English language. These selected videos were then rigorously assessed for their relevance and content by three independent medical professionals. Additionally, various descriptive attributes of each video, such as the upload date, subscriber count, view count, likes, dislikes, and comments, were meticulously recorded in the dataset. To determine the quality of these videos, we utilized three evaluation tools: the DISCERN Score, the Global Quality Score (GQS), and the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) rating scales. We have used the median±interquartile range (IQR), mean±standard deviation (SD), and the range of minimum to maximum values to convey descriptive statistics. The distribution was evaluated with the Shapiro-Wilks test. Spearman correlation analysis was used to identify relationships between variables. The association between quality indicators and data was examined using multiple regression analysis. The Mann-Whitney U test was used to determine significant differences between groups. A statistical significance level of 0.05 was considered significant. Results Our study revealed notable statistical differences in DISCERN scores when comparing videos uploaded by medical doctors to those uploaded by individuals without medical qualifications (p < 0.001). Likewise, in the comparisons between these two groups, videos created by healthcare professionals consistently demonstrated significantly higher quality scores in both the JAMA and GQS evaluations (p < 0.001 for both comparisons). This suggests that videos uploaded by medical professionals tend to provide higher-quality information on the topic of hepatosteatosis compared to those uploaded by non-medical individuals. Video length and comment counts were also found to be significant in the multivariate linear regression analysis and were predictive of the DISCERN score (p = 0.047 and p = 0.037, respectively). Conclusions The quality of information related to hepatosteatosis on YouTube varies significantly. Surprisingly, there is no noticeable differen...

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YouTube as an information source of Transversus abdominis plane block

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References 23 publications

An analysis of YouTube videos about restless leg syndrome: Choosing the right guide

An analysis of YouTube videos about restless leg syndrome: Choosing the right guide

Red Cell Distribution Width, Mean Platelet Volume, and Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio in Patients With Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Evaluation of YouTube Videos as a Source of Information on Hepatosteatosis

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