Related Experiment Video

Updated: Aug 8, 2025

A Test Bed to Examine Helmet Fit and Retention and Biomechanical Measures of Head and Neck Injury in Simulated Impact
07:30

A Test Bed to Examine Helmet Fit and Retention and Biomechanical Measures of Head and Neck Injury in Simulated Impact

Published on: September 21, 2017

9.0K

The Quality and Readability of Online Patient Information on Positional Head Shape Conditions

Kristof S Gutowski1, Sarah A Applebaum1, Benjamin L Thomae1

  • 1Division of Plastic Surgery, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago, IL, USA.

The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal : Official Publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
|February 28, 2023
PubMed

Insights

Online information on infant head shape conditions often lacks quality and readability. Healthcare providers need to improve patient education resources to ensure families receive accurate, accessible medical information.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Healthcare
  • Health Informatics
  • Medical Education

Background:

  • Families increasingly seek online medical information for pediatric conditions.
  • The legitimacy and quality of online health information are often misunderstood by users.
  • Positional head shape conditions in infants are a common concern for parents.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the quality and readability of online information regarding infant positional head shape conditions.
  • To identify gaps in online patient education that healthcare providers can address.
  • To improve the accessibility and accuracy of health information for parents.

Main Methods:

  • Searched Google for "flat head baby," "brachycephaly," and "plagiocephaly," reviewing the top 20 websites for each term.
  • Assessed website quality using the DISCERN Instrument.
  • Measured readability using Flesch-Kincaid Reading Grade Level (FKGL) and Flesch Reading Ease Score (FRES).

Main Results:

  • Professional organizations offered the highest quality content (mean DISCERN score 56.3), while commercial sites had the lowest (36.6).
  • Average readability was challenging, with a FKGL of 9.9 and FRES of 54.4.
  • Hospital websites, though most readable, often provided lower quality information.

Conclusions:

  • There is a significant lack of high-quality, easily understandable online health information for infant positional head shape conditions.
  • Recommendations can be developed from this review to enhance online patient education materials.
  • Improving online resources is crucial for pediatric healthcare providers to support informed families.
Abstract

Keywords:
craniofacial morphologyparental perceptionpediatrics

More Related Videos

Assessment of the Efficacy of An Osteopathic Treatment in Infants with Biomechanical Impairments to Suckling07:11

Assessment of the Efficacy of An Osteopathic Treatment in Infants with Biomechanical Impairments to Suckling

Published on: February 5, 2019

9.1K
A Postoperative Evaluation Guideline for Computer-Assisted Reconstruction of the Mandible10:42

A Postoperative Evaluation Guideline for Computer-Assisted Reconstruction of the Mandible

Published on: January 28, 2020

6.6K

Related Concept Videos

Anatomical Positions01:11

Anatomical Positions

In anatomy, several standard anatomical positions are used as references for describing the position and orientation of different body parts. These positions help provide a common frame of reference when discussing anatomical structures. The anatomical position is the standard reference point for describing the body's position and orientation. In this position:
The body is upright, facing forward, and standing erect.
The feet are parallel and flat on the floor.
The arms are hanging by the...
10.6K
Guidelines for Nursing Documentation I01:30

Guidelines for Nursing Documentation I

Quality documentation and reporting share essential characteristics that ensure they are practical and valuable resources for those who use them. These characteristics are:
Factual:  
The following points emphasize the significance of upholding accurate and unbiased documentation in healthcare.
1.1K
Glaucoma: Overview01:25

Glaucoma: Overview

Glaucoma is an eye condition characterized by increased intraocular pressure that damages the retina and optic nerve, leading to irreversible blindness if left untreated. The human eye has various components, including the cornea, iris, pupil, lens, and optic nerve. Aqueous humor is secreted by the epithelium of the ciliary body in the posterior chamber and flows through the trabecular meshwork and canal of Schlemm, maintaining normal intraocular pressure. The trabecular meshwork and the canal...
668
Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment01:28

Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment

Angle-closure glaucoma, or closed-angle glaucoma, is an eye condition where the iris bulges out and blocks the iridocorneal angle, resulting in a buildup of aqueous humor and increased intraocular pressure. Immediate medical attention is necessary due to the sudden onset of symptoms. The treatment for angle-closure glaucoma includes short-term and long-term approaches. Short-term treatment involves using eye drops like pilocarpine to lower intraocular pressure by increasing aqueous humor...
602
Pre-Procedural Guidelines for Assessing Blood Pressure01:10

Pre-Procedural Guidelines for Assessing Blood Pressure

Accurate blood pressure assessment is crucial for diagnosing and managing various health conditions. To ensure the reliability of these measurements, healthcare professionals must adhere to standardized pre-procedural guidelines. These guidelines enhance patient safety and improve the overall quality of healthcare. The following steps are essential for obtaining accurate and consistent blood pressure readings, from using the appropriate tools to ensuring effective communication with the...
611
Open Angle Glaucoma: Treatment01:27

Open Angle Glaucoma: Treatment

In open-angle glaucoma, the iridocorneal angle remains open, but the trabecular meshwork becomes stiff, slowing down the outflow of aqueous humor. This causes a buildup of aqueous humor in the anterior chamber, leading to a sudden increase in intraocular pressure. The treatment for open-angle glaucoma focuses on reducing the elevated intraocular pressure by either decreasing the secretion of aqueous humor or increasing its outflow.
Drugs such as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, α2- and...
512