Today's medical knowledge. Evolution of data exchange between tradition and globalization

Area of Science:

• Bibliometrics
• Medical Informatics
• Information Science

Background:

• The role of traditional libraries in research has diminished with the rise of digital information.
• The internet has revolutionized the dissemination of information, offering speed and cost-effectiveness.
• Globalization of data exchange significantly impacts medical progress and patient care.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze the historical evolution of bibliographic research concepts and data globalization.
• To evaluate the impact of the internet on the spread of medical knowledge.
• To compare the quality and reliability of professional medical databases versus general internet sources.

Main Methods:

• Historical review of bibliographic research and globalization concepts.
• Comparative analysis of Medline (professional source) and common internet sources.
• Discussion on the advantages and risks of online data exchange in medicine.

Main Results:

• Data globalization enhances the flow of medical knowledge.
• Internet sources are crucial for disseminating medical information globally.
• The internet provides rapid and inexpensive access to worldwide information.

Conclusions:

• While the internet accelerates medical knowledge dissemination, it also presents risks of information overload.
• The quality of medical information may decrease due to the sheer volume of available data.
• Balancing the benefits of online data access with quality control is essential for medical progress.