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Quantitative Metrics in Mass-Gathering Studies: A Comprehensive Systematic Review
Cüneyt Çalışkan1,2, Ahmet Doğan Kuday1, Tuğba Özcan1
1Department of Disaster Medicine, Hamidiye Institute of Health Sciences, University of Health Sciences, Istanbul, Türkiye.
Prehospital and Disaster Medicine
|April 5, 2024
Summary
This systematic review found inconsistent use of medical resource metrics in mass gathering studies. A proposed Metrics and Essential Ratios for Gathering Events (MERGE) table aims to standardize reporting for better planning.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Event Management
- Medical Informatics
Background:
- Mass gatherings, such as concerts and sporting events, necessitate robust medical resource planning.
- Assessing medical resource demand in these settings relies on various rates and ratios.
- Understanding these metrics is crucial for effective event planning and intervention.
Approach:
- A systematic review following PRISMA guidelines was conducted.
- Searches were performed across major databases (Web of Science, Scopus, Cochrane, PubMed) up to December 2023.
- Article eligibility was determined through title, abstract, and full-text screening.
Key Points:
- 55 relevant articles were identified from 745 screened.
- Fifteen distinct metrics were found, categorized into population density, in-event, and out-of-event health services.
- Significant inconsistencies were observed in the reporting of these rates and ratios.
Conclusions:
- The study highlights a need for standardized reporting of metrics in mass gathering research.
- A proposed Metrics and Essential Ratios for Gathering Events (MERGE) table offers a solution for consistency.
- Standardized methods will enhance data comparability and deepen the understanding of mass gathering dynamics.
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