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Quality analysis of YouTube videos about thyroid orbitopathy
Hatice Deniz İlhan1, Aslı Çetinkaya Yaprak1, Çisil Erkan Pota2
1Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Akdeniz University, PınarbaşıMah., 07070, Antalya, Turkey.
International Ophthalmology
|March 17, 2023
Summary
Most YouTube videos on thyroid orbitopathy are good quality. Ophthalmologists should direct patients to videos from healthcare professionals for reliable information on Graves eye disease.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Endocrinology
- Medical Education
Background:
- Thyroid orbitopathy (TO), also known as Graves' eye disease, is a common autoimmune condition.
- Patients increasingly seek health information online, making YouTube a significant resource.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the quality and reliability of YouTube videos discussing thyroid orbitopathy.
- To identify characteristics of high-quality TO educational content on YouTube.
Main Methods:
- A systematic search of YouTube was conducted using relevant keywords.
- The top 100 videos were analyzed for engagement metrics, source, and content type.
- Video quality was evaluated by two independent ophthalmologists using DISCERN, JAMA, GQS, and usefulness scores.
Main Results:
- Ninety-four videos met the inclusion criteria, with a mean DISCERN score of 55.27, JAMA score of 3.04, GQS of 3.44, and usefulness score of 3.23.
- The majority of videos (56.4%) were uploaded by physicians, followed by institutions (31.9%).
- Higher video scores correlated positively with viewing rates, likes, comments, and video duration.
Conclusions:
- YouTube videos on thyroid orbitopathy are generally of good quality.
- Content uploaded by healthcare professionals and institutions tends to be more reliable.
- Ophthalmologists should guide patients toward credible video resources on YouTube.
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