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Orthopaedic trauma research priority-setting exercise and development of a research network
K M Willett1, B Gray, C G Moran
1Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Surgery, University of Oxford, Kadoorie Centre for Critical Care Research and Education, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford OX3 9DU, UK. Chris.Bouse@orh.nhs.uk
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|April 21, 2010
Summary
Orthopaedic trauma surgeons identified and prioritized key research questions using a Delphi method. This collaborative approach, supported by national networks, aims to improve evidence-based clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Trauma Care
- Clinical Research Methodology
Background:
- High-quality evidence, particularly from randomized controlled trials (RCTs), is crucial for informing clinical practice.
- Surgical trials, especially those comparing operative and non-operative treatments, face challenges in clinical equipoise and participant recruitment.
- Collaborative efforts in identifying research questions and participating in trials can maximize research activity within the orthopaedic trauma community.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and prioritize research questions most important to the orthopaedic trauma community.
- To guide future research endeavors by focusing on the highest-priority questions.
Main Methods:
- A two-round Delphi approach was employed to achieve consensus among faculty members of the AO UK (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen, United Kingdom).
- Participants submitted and subsequently ranked research questions based on priority.
Main Results:
- A total of 147 research questions were generated from 217 AO UK Long Bone Faculty members (22% response rate).
- The top 10 research questions were identified through a second round of ranking by 55% of the participants.
- Literature searches were conducted for the top 10 questions to assess current knowledge and ongoing research.
Conclusions:
- The study demonstrated a strong interest in developing a collaborative research strategy within the orthopaedic trauma field.
- The National Institute of Health Research Clinical Research Networks (NIHR CRN) can provide valuable support to enhance collaborative research efforts.
