AI Article Synopsis
- Individuals with lung disease often turn to the internet for information on pulmonary rehabilitation (PR), prompting a study to evaluate the quality and readability of PR resources found online.* -
- The analysis of the top 200 websites revealed that 66 unique PR resources were identified, with the majority being scientific resources or from advocacy organizations, but the content quality varied widely.* -
- While foundation and advocacy sites scored higher in quality measures, they still maintained a reading level that could hinder patient understanding, indicating a need for better accessibility in online health information.*
Article Abstract
Background: Individuals with lung disease commonly use the internet as a source of health information on pulmonary rehabilitation (PR). The objective of this study was to characterize internet resources on PR, and to assess the content, readability, and quality of patient-directed PR resources.
Methods: The first 200 websites for the search term 'pulmonary rehabilitation resources and exercise' were analyzed on Google, Yahoo, and Bing. Website content was assessed based on 30 key components of PR from the 2013 and 2021 international consensus statements. Website quality was determined using DISCERN, JAMA benchmarks, and Global Quality Scale (GQS).
Results: 66 unique PR websites were identified with the two most common categories being scientific resources (39%) and foundation/advocacy organizations (33%). The average reading level of websites was 11 ± 3. PR content varied significantly across websites (mean range 13.4-21.5). Median DISCERN total score and GQS score were 4 (IQR 3-4) and 3.5 (IQR 2-4), respectively, representing moderate-good quality. Foundation/advocacy websites had higher DISCERN and GQS scores compared to other websites.
Conclusion: Foundation/advocacy websites had the highest quality and reliability metrics; however, the higher-than-recommended reading levels may compromise patient comprehension and utilization. This study provides critical insight on the current state of online PR health-related information.
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| http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9936390 | PMC |
| http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/14799731231158119 | DOI Listing |
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