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Jarvis NR, Jarvis T, Morris BE, Verhey EM, Rebecca AM, Howard MA, Teven CM. A Scoping Review of Mobile Apps in Plastic Surgery: Patient Care, Trainee Education, and Professional Development. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2023; 11:e4943. [PMID: 37063506 PMCID: PMC10101243 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000004943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 04/18/2023]
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Over the past 10 years, smartphones have become ubiquitous, and mobile apps serve a seemingly endless number of functions in our everyday lives. These functions have entered the realm of plastic surgery, impacting patient care, education, and delivery of services. This article reviews the current uses of plastic surgery mobile apps, app awareness within the plastic surgery community, and the ethical issues surrounding their use in patient care. Methods A scoping review of electronically available literature within PubMed, Embase, and Scopus databases was conducted in two waves in November and May 2022. Publications discussing mobile application use in plastic surgery were screened for inclusion. Results Of the 80 nonduplicate publications retrieved, 20 satisfied the inclusion criteria. Articles acquired from the references of these publications were reviewed and summarized when relevant. The average American Society of Plastic Surgeons evidence rating of the publications was 4.2. Applications could be categorized broadly into three categories: patient care and surgical applications, professional development and education, and marketing and practice development. Conclusions Mobile apps related to plastic surgery have become an abundant resource for patients, attending surgeons, and trainees. Many help bridge gaps in patient care and surgeon-patient communication, and facilitate marketing and practice development. Others make educational content more accessible to trainees and performance assessment more efficient and equitable. The extent of their impact on patient decision-making and expectations has not been completely elucidated.
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Penn State Health Medical Center, Hershey, Penn
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Ariz
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- From the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, Scottsdale, Ariz
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Ariz
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Ill
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Ill
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Radotra I, Azimi DY, Maamoun W. The use of smartphone-application based medical photography for open fractures: A national survey of orthoplastic affiliated Major Trauma Centres in England. Injury 2022; 53:2028-2034. [PMID: 35365350 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.02.050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2021] [Accepted: 02/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION BAPRAS/BOAST 4 guidelines recommend the use of medical photography for peri-operative management of open fractures. Smartphones are a common commodity for the modern day plastic surgeon and there is evidence their utilization improves guideline compliance at Major Trauma Centres (MTCs). AIM To capture national data assessing the prevalence and intricacies of smartphone app-based photography systems used for open fractures in plastic surgery units at MTCs in England. METHOD A structured questionnaire survey was used to collate and analyze the responses of plastic surgeons and trainees at all MTCs in England. The survey included participant demographics, type and use of medical photography systems, and opinions on the usefulness of integrating a dedicated app in practice. We later explore the background, costs, download process, functionality and NHS governance applicability of each application. RESULTS The most popular clinical imaging modalities included professional photographers (65%) and departmental cameras (60%). Only 6 (26%) of MTCs use the following four smartphone app-based photography systems: Oxford University Hospital FotoApp, Medical Data Solutions and Services, Haiku and Secure Clinical Image Transfer. All systems are GDPR compliant and three systems auto upload images onto hospital databases. Five units report using messaging apps (Forward, Siilo, Whatsapp) with photography functionality. All participants agreed that a dedicated imaging smartphone app would be useful in open fracture management. CONCLUSION Plastic surgery is a highly visual specialty and clinical photography complements patient care. In the era of COVID-19 where resources are finite and professional photography not always available, this national survey highlights a demand for integrating smartphone app-based photography to improve guideline compliance, inter- and intra-disciplinary team communication and patient care.
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- Ishan Radotra
- Department of Plastic Surgery, University Hospital North Midlands (UHNM), Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University Hospital North Midlands (UHNM), Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University Hospital North Midlands (UHNM), Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
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Garg S, Sharma V, Bhagat S, Sahni D, Sharma DK, Yadav V. Smartphone Applications for Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery-A Recent Update. Indian J Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2022; 74:58-62. [PMID: 35070925 PMCID: PMC8743314 DOI: 10.1007/s12070-020-02281-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Accepted: 11/10/2020] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Rise in the number of smartphone users have led to an increased development of smartphone applications. Advent of technology and increased awareness has led to an increased use of healthcare apps by both the physicians and patients. This study aims to provide an up to date review on applications related to Otolaryngology, head and neck surgery (Oto-HNS). The smartphone applications were reviewed in May 2020 in Google play store and apple app store using relevant search words. We included apps relevant for physicians, students as well as patients. Apps providing alternative therapies and home remedies were excluded. A total of 619 apps were included with 352 apps from play store and 267 apps from apple store. Number of apps have remarkably increased in the last 2 years till May 2020, 63 apps were developed and last year 141 Oto-HNS apps were developed. Maximum number of apps were available in hearing aid category with 144 (23.2%) mobile hearing aids and 138 (22.2%) hearing aid control apps. 445 apps were available free of cost. Use of smartphone apps have increased dramatically in the last few years. However, their authenticity is still uncertain. Actual involvement of Otolaryngologist in app development is still rare. We recommend formation of scientific committees to regulate the apps development, to access apps quality and effectiveness before incorporated in clinical practice, medical education and patients use.
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- Sachiv Garg
- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab 147002 India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab 147002 India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab 147002 India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab 147002 India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab 147002 India
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Govt. Medical College, Patiala, Punjab 147002 India
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Harnessing the Application Revolution for Plastic Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg 2021; 147:369e-370e. [PMID: 33177451 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000007578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Gupta A, Chennatt JJ, Singla T, Barabari GS. The Surgeon and the Smartphone - is the Association Really Smart? ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2021; 92:177-181. [PMID: 33776077 PMCID: PMC7982306 DOI: 10.1007/s13126-020-0571-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Revised: 11/06/2020] [Accepted: 11/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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The aim of this literature review is to encompass the importance of integrating smartphones in the life of a surgeon especially in the era of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the progression of technology, telesurgery, remote pre and postoperative care, smartphone-assisted intraoperative navigation and transcontinental education can be made a reality. Nonetheless, rates of nosocomial infections have been raised and the increased use of a smartphone can compound this issue. Similarly, there is a greater potential for operator distraction, medical equipment interference and increased radiation exposure for the user. All the above create a new set of problems for the surgeon. We hereby attempt a review of the advantages and harmful effects from the usage of smartphones.
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- Amit Gupta
- Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India 249203
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- Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India 249203
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- Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India 249203
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- Department of General Surgery, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India 249203
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Othman S, Lyons T, Cohn JE, Shokri T, Bloom JD. The Influence of Photo Editing Applications on Patients Seeking Facial Plastic Surgery Services. Aesthet Surg J 2021; 41:NP101-NP110. [PMID: 32157286 DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjaa065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The utilization of the smartphone and social media have introduced paradigm shifts to cosmetic surgery. Much has been studied regarding social media and its influences in plastic surgery; however, little is known about facial editing applications and how these relate to plastic surgery practices. OBJECTIVES The authors sought to discover if face-editing applications influence patients' pursuit of plastic surgery, who utilizes these applications, and why. METHODS An anonymous survey was administered between September and December 2019, including questions about demographics, familiarity, and utilization of face-editing applications, motivations in utilization and influences towards pursuing cosmetic procedures, and attitudes towards applications. RESULTS Seventy patients completed the survey and 32.9% admitted to utilizing face-editing applications. Patients utilizing applications were significantly younger (36.9 years) than those who did not (54 years [P < 0.001]). Among those familiar with applications, women were significantly more likely than men to utilize them (100% vs 78.6%, respectively [P = 0.047]). Social media was the most common influence for utilizing apps (87%). The majority confirmed that these applications played a role in pursuing cosmetic procedures (56.5%). Most patients did not regret their utilization of these applications (87%). CONCLUSIONS Face-editing applications serve a role regarding patient decision-making to pursue cosmetic surgery. Several motivators exist for application utilization, the largest of which is social media. Younger females are the most likely demographic to utilize applications and generally do not express regret in doing so. Plastic surgeons would benefit by understanding patient motivations and expectations created by utilizing these applications.
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- Sammy Othman
- Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
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- Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine, Athens, OH
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Philadelphia, PA
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- Department of Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, Pennsylvania State University, Hershey, PA
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- Department of Otorhinolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
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Quezada J, Achurra P, Asbun D, Polom K, Roviello F, Buckel E, Inzunza M, Escalona G, Jarufe N, Varas J. Smartphone application supplements laparoscopic training through simulation by reducing the need for feedback from expert tutors. Surg Open Sci 2020; 1:100-104. [PMID: 32754701 PMCID: PMC7391878 DOI: 10.1016/j.sopen.2019.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2019] [Revised: 05/26/2019] [Accepted: 05/28/2019] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Background Simulation training is a validated, highly effective tool for learning laparoscopy. Feedback plays a crucial role in motor skills training. We present an app to guide students during advanced laparoscopy simulation training and evaluate its effect on training. Methods A smartphone(iOS)-app was developed. A group of trainees were randomized to use the app (YAPP) or not use the app (NAPP). We used blinded analysis with validated rating scales to assess their performance before and after the training. The number of requests for tutor feedback per session was recorded. Finally, the participants in the YAPP group completed a survey about their experience with the app. Results Fifteen YAPP and 10 NAPP completed the training program. There were no statistically significant differences between their skills performance scores (P = .338). The number of tutor feedback requests in the YAPP and NAPP was of 4 (3–6) and 13 (10–14) (P < .001), respectively. All participants in the YAPP group found the app was useful. Conclusion The use of a smartphone app reduces the need for expert tutor feedback without decreasing the degree of skills acquisition. Simulation training is a validated, highly effective tool for learning laparoscopy. Feedback plays a crucial role in motor skills training. Expert feedback is often scarce, and tutors are usually not always available. Simulation and mobile technology must be further combined to improve training efficacy.
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- Jose Quezada
- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- General Surgery and Surgical Oncology Department, University of Siena, Siena, Italy.,Department of Surgical Oncology, Medical University of Gdansk, Gdansk, Poland
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- General Surgery and Surgical Oncology Department, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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- Digestive Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Santiago, Chile
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Plastic Surgery Lockdown Learning during Coronavirus Disease 2019: Are Adaptations in Education Here to Stay? PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2020; 8:e3064. [PMID: 32802695 PMCID: PMC7413776 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000003064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/20/2020] [Accepted: 06/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Summary: The novel coronavirus disease 2019 has had a major impact on human life and livelihood. The unprecedented challenges have expanded beyond just social and work life, and have grown to impact resident education. In this article, we review the structure of plastic surgery education before the pandemic, the different online learning opportunities for self-directed learning. A summary of the range of platforms and approaches of online remote access delivery of conferences and education that emerged or expanded as a result of the crisis has been reported. This article highlighted the rapid initiatives and efforts of programs and national and international societies to support continuing medical education in conjunction with the guidelines to “shelter at home” and maintain social distancing, and possible future for expanding the reach of online academic initiatives, in addition to the role of developing virtual technologies. The coronavirus disease 2019 crisis has created an opportunity to analyze and advance online learning options to overcome the associated challenges and continue as a reliable platform even following the resolution of the social distancing requirements.
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Grow JN, Vargo JD, Nazir N, Korentager R. Smartphone Applications in Plastic Surgery: A Cross-Sectional Survey of 577 Plastic Surgeons, Fellows, Residents, and Medical Students. Aesthet Surg J 2019; 39:NP530-NP537. [PMID: 30810739 DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjz052] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND There are now over 2.2 million mobile applications (apps) in existence, with more than 250 identifiable by searching "plastic surgery." Unfortunately, only 30% of these are academically relevant, which makes finding useful plastic surgery apps both challenging and inefficient. OBJECTIVES The authors sought to evaluate the use of digital resources and awareness of available apps within plastic surgery to improve their clinical/educational utilization. METHODS An extensive search of the Apple and Android databases was performed to identify all relevant plastic surgery apps. An American Society of Plastic Surgeons-sponsored survey was distributed to a random cohort of American Society of Plastic Surgeons members (practicing surgeons, fellows, and residents) and students applying to an integrated plastic surgery residency. The survey queried utilization of resources to access medical information and awareness of apps relevant to clinical/educational plastic surgery. RESULTS A total 153 relevant applications were identified between the Apple iTunes and Google Play stores. Of the 577 respondents (273 practicing surgeons, 117 residents, 11 fellows, and 177 medical students), 99.31% own a smartphone/tablet. Furthermore, medical students and residents/fellows utilized both smartphones and computers more frequently than practicing physicians (P < 0.0001 and P = 0.0022, respectively). Digital resources were also utilized more frequently than printed material (P < 0.00001). For app awareness, 82.1% of respondents reported knowing of fewer than 10 apps relevant to plastic surgery, and only 8.41% were aware of more than 20. CONCLUSIONS Smartphone usage is nearly ubiquitous among plastic surgeons, and most utilize these devices daily to access medical information. However, awareness of the many available and relevant plastic surgery apps is extremely limited.
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- Jacob Nathaniel Grow
- Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS
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The evolving roles of computer-based technology and smartphone applications in facial plastic surgery. Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2019; 27:267-273. [DOI: 10.1097/moo.0000000000000557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Albayati WK, Ali AA, Qassim YN, Fakhro AA, Al Youha S. Use of a Long Arm Gooseneck Smartphone Holder Optimizes Intraoperative Photography. Aesthet Surg J Open Forum 2019; 1:ojz016. [PMID: 33791610 PMCID: PMC7780497 DOI: 10.1093/asjof/ojz016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Waleed Khalid Albayati
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Baghdad Medical City and Iraqi Board for Medical Specializations, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Kirkuk University, Kirkuk, Iraq
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- Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, Baghdad University, Baghdad, Iraq
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Houston Medical Center, Houston, TX
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery, Dalhousie University, Canada
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Casale M, Costantino A, Rinaldi V, Forte A, Grimaldi M, Sabatino L, Oliveto G, Aloise F, Pontari D, Salvinelli F. Mobile applications in otolaryngology for patients: An update. Laryngoscope Investig Otolaryngol 2018; 3:434-438. [PMID: 30599026 PMCID: PMC6302723 DOI: 10.1002/lio2.201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2018] [Revised: 03/29/2018] [Accepted: 04/11/2018] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Objective Recently smartphones and tablets have spread in developed countries, and healthcare-related apps are growing incredibly in different specialties. The aim of this study is to provide an up-to-date review of the current OtoHNS (otolaryngology-head and neck surgery) apps developed for patients. Methods This mobile applications review was conducted in September 2017. Relevant apps about OtoHNS were searched in the Apple Store and in the Google Play using various keywords. We included helpful apps for OtoHNS patients. Apps for medical students, physician (95 apps) and non-English apps (6 apps) were excluded. Results At the end of our selection process, 216 apps have been included for mobile applications review. The number of apps published per year in OtoHNS has increased each year. The most common apps were about hearing, in particular 63 of 216 (29%) were hearing test; 75 of 216 (35%) for tinnitus treatment; 10 of 216 (5%) for sounds measurement around the patients; and 7 of 216 (3%) to treat vertigo. One hundred thirty-seven of 216 (63%) apps were free of charge. Physicians were clearly involved in the app's development in only 73 of 216 (34%) apps. One hundred sixty-three of 216 (75%) had no user ratings. Conclusions Apps are increasingly and easily accessible, although their use in clinical practice is not yet totally accepted. Our review showed that most apps have been created with no guidance from otolaryngologist. Further steps are needed to regulate apps' development. Hoping an "App Board," such as editorial board for scientific journal, to assess app quality, validity, and effectiveness before they can be fully incorporated into clinical practice and medical education. Level of Evidence N/A.
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- Manuele Casale
- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- School of Medicine Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- School of Medicine Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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- Unit of Otolaryngology Campus Bio-Medico University, Rome, Italy, BioHealth Lab Rome Italy
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Sayar G, Kilinc DD. Manual tracing versus smartphone application (app) tracing: a comparative study. Acta Odontol Scand 2017; 75:588-594. [PMID: 28793813 DOI: 10.1080/00016357.2017.1364420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/20/2023]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to compare the results of conventional manual cephalometric tracing with those acquired with smartphone application cephalometric tracing. MATERIALS AND METHODS The cephalometric radiographs of 55 patients (25 females and 30 males) were traced via the manual and app methods and were subsequently examined with Steiner's analysis. Five skeletal measurements, five dental measurements and two soft tissue measurements were managed based on 21 landmarks. The durations of the performances of the two methods were also compared. RESULTS SNA (Sella, Nasion, A point angle) and SNB (Sella, Nasion, B point angle) values for the manual method were statistically lower (p < .001) than those for the app method. The ANB value for the manual method was statistically lower than that of app method. L1-NB (°) and upper lip protrusion values for the manual method were statistically higher than those for the app method. Go-GN/SN, U1-NA (°) and U1-NA (mm) values for manual method were statistically lower than those for the app method. No differences between the two methods were found in the L1-NB (mm), occlusal plane to SN, interincisal angle or lower lip protrusion values. CONCLUSIONS Although statistically significant differences were found between the two methods, the cephalometric tracing proceeded faster with the app method than with the manual method.
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- Gülşilay Sayar
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Istanbul Medipol University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Istanbul Medipol University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Gould DJ, Grant Stevens W, Nazarian S. A Primer on Social Media for Plastic Surgeons: What Do I Need to Know About Social Media and How Can It Help My Practice? Aesthet Surg J 2017; 37:614-619. [PMID: 28158400 DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjw246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Social media has changed the way plastic surgeons interact with their colleagues, patients, and friends. Social media is a rapidly changing phenomenon that it is critical to plastic surgeons and their practice. Plastic surgery can be marketed directly to consumers and therefore social media can provide a valuable platform to interact with potential patients and to define a surgeon's expertise and practice online. Social media impacts search engine optimization algorithms, increasing web traffic to a surgeon's site, and it can affect patients' perceptions of the practice and surgeon. Social media is a powerful tool, but it should be harnessed wisely to avoid potential pitfalls. This article provides an overview of social media, an outline of resources for surgeons to use, and some tips and tricks for new users.
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- Daniel J Gould
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA
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Gould DJ, Leland HA, Ho AL, Patel KM. Emerging trends in social media and plastic surgery. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2016; 4:455. [PMID: 28090511 DOI: 10.21037/atm.2016.12.17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Social media has increasingly changed the landscape of medicine and surgery and is rapidly expanding its influence in most peoples' lives. The average person spends nearly 2 hours per day using social media, consuming information about everything from family updates to entertainment news to presidential elections. The concentration of consumers on social media platforms has resulted in direct medicine and medical products marketing to consumers. Similarly, social media is increasingly becoming a platform for interaction between physicians and potential patients. Some physicians have taken this opportunity to better educate patients, while allowing patients to learn more about their surgeons online. These tools can increase internet traffic online to bonafide internet sites, as well as bolster marketing for many hospitals, hospital systems, and individual doctors. It can also serve to increase knowledge about procedures and conditions through direct outreach to patients. Social media is a powerful tool which needs to be utilized wisely to avoid pitfalls.
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- Daniel J Gould
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA;; Diamond Health Care Centre, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1M9, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089, USA
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Patel NG, Rozen WM, Marsh D, Chow WTH, Vickers T, Khan L, Miller GS, Hunter-Smith DJ, Ramakrishnan VV. Modern use of smartphone applications in the perioperative management in microsurgical breast reconstruction. Gland Surg 2016; 5:150-7. [PMID: 27047783 DOI: 10.3978/j.issn.2227-684x.2016.02.02] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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BACKGROUND Advances in mobile telecommunication, improved mobile internet and affordability have led to a significant increase in smartphone use within medicine. The capability of instant messaging, photography, videography, word processing, drawing and internet access allow significant potential in this small portable device. Smartphone use within medicine has grown tremendously worldwide given its affordability, improved internet and capabilities. METHODS We have searched for apps specifically helpful in the perioperative care of microsurgical breast reconstructive patients. RESULTS The useful apps have been subdivided: (I) communication apps-multimedia messaging, WhatsApp, PicSafeMedi: allow efficient communication via text, picture and video messages leading to earlier assessment and definitive management of free flaps; (II) storage apps-Notability, Elogbook: electronic storage of patient notes and logbooks of case which can be shared with others if required; (III) educational apps-FlapApp, Touch Surgery, PubMed on tap: step by step guides to surgical procedures to aid learning and medical journal database; (IV) flap monitoring app-SilpaRamanitor: free flap monitoring app based on photographic analysis for earlier detection of compromised flaps. CONCLUSIONS There has been remarkable growth in smartphones use among surgeons. Apps are being developed for every conceivable use. The future will be in wearable smart devices that allow continuous monitoring with the potential to instigate change should deviations from the norm occur. The smart watch is the start of this digital revolution.
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- Nakul Gamanlal Patel
- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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- 1 St Andrew's Centre for Plastic Surgery and Burns, Broomfield Hospital, Mid Essex Hospital Services NHS Trust, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7ET, UK ; 2 Department of Surgery, Monash University, Level 5, E Block, Monash Medical Centre, Clayton, Victoria 3168, Australia ; 3 Department of Plastic Surgery, Royal Free Hospital, London NW3 2QG, UK
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#SocialMedia for the Academic Plastic Surgeon-Elevating the Brand. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2016; 4:e599. [PMID: 27104098 PMCID: PMC4801087 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000000597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2015] [Accepted: 12/08/2015] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The link between social media and surgery has been under increasingly popular discussion. This article discusses the potential role of social media in creating and maintaining the brand of an academic plastic surgeon.
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Waltzman JT, Tadisina KK, Zins JE. The Rise of Technology in Plastic Surgery Education: Is the Textbook Dead on Arrival (DOA)? Aesthet Surg J 2016; 36:237-43. [PMID: 26384712 DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjv144] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/29/2015] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Over the past decade there has been a dramatic rise in the use of technology. Evaluating our use of technology is crucial to advancing the next generation of plastic surgeons. OBJECTIVES The goals of this study were to assess the current use of technology by residents, help Program Directors allocate financial resources, and predict the future of technology and education. METHODS A 17-question online survey was emailed to American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery resident/fellow members (n = 447). The survey evaluated current use of technology, preferred use of educational resources, and directions for the future. Ample space was allocated for free response questions. RESULTS The response rate was 40%. The average age of respondents was 32 years old (standard deviation 3.7). The majority (86.5%) of residents own iPhones, and 90% of residents own tablets. There was a heavy daily reliance on smartphone technology. Sixty percent of residents used physical textbooks on a weekly basis. The Plastic Surgery Education Network was used on a weekly basis by 42% of residents. In contrast, 78% of residents were not aware of, or had never used, the readily available digital aesthetic resource (RADAR) Resource iPad application. CONCLUSIONS In order to remain at the forefront of education, we as a specialty need to adapt with technology. Program Directors should support integrating technology with electronic access to educational materials. There exists an opportunity in resident education to increase awareness and utilization of the RADAR Resource. The future of plastic surgery education will be reliant on platforms like the iPhone and iPad to conveniently provide large volumes of information with only a finger touch.
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- Joshua T Waltzman
- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
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- From the Department of Plastic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
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Hussain M, Al-Haiqi A, Zaidan AA, Zaidan BB, Kiah MLM, Anuar NB, Abdulnabi M. The landscape of research on smartphone medical apps: Coherent taxonomy, motivations, open challenges and recommendations. COMPUTER METHODS AND PROGRAMS IN BIOMEDICINE 2015; 122:393-408. [PMID: 26412009 DOI: 10.1016/j.cmpb.2015.08.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 64] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2015] [Revised: 07/24/2015] [Accepted: 08/24/2015] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To survey researchers' efforts in response to the new and disruptive technology of smartphone medical apps, mapping the research landscape form the literature into a coherent taxonomy, and finding out basic characteristics of this emerging field represented on: motivation of using smartphone apps in medicine and healthcare, open challenges that hinder the utility, and the recommendations to improve the acceptance and use of medical apps in the literature. METHODS We performed a focused search for every article on (1) smartphone (2) medical or health-related (3) app, in four major databases: MEDLINE, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, and IEEE Xplore. Those databases are deemed broad enough to cover both medical and technical literature. RESULTS The final set included 133 articles. Most articles (68/133) are reviews and surveys that refer to actual apps or the literature to describe medical apps for a specific specialty, disease, or purpose; or to provide a general overview of the technology. Another group (43/133) carried various studies, from evaluation of apps to exploration of desired features when developing them. Few researchers (17/133) presented actual attempts to develop medical apps, or shared their experiences in doing so. The smallest portion (5/133) proposed general frameworks addressing the production or operation of apps. DISCUSSION Since 2010, researchers followed the trend of medical apps in several ways, though leaving areas or aspect for further attention. Regardless of their category, articles focus on the challenges that hinder the full utility of medical apps and do recommend mitigations to them. CONCLUSIONS Research on smartphone medical apps is active and various. We hope that this survey contribute to the understanding of the available options and gaps for other researchers to join this line of research.
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- Muzammil Hussain
- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Department of Computing, Faculty of Arts, Computing and Creative Industry, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, Tanjong Malim, Perak, Malaysia.
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- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- Security Lab, Wisma R&D, Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology, University of Malaya, 50603 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Wong MC, Fung K. Mobile applications in otolaryngology-head and neck surgery. Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg 2015; 152:638-43. [PMID: 25628367 DOI: 10.1177/0194599815568946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2014] [Accepted: 01/02/2015] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To study the current selection of mobile applications (apps) relating to otolaryngology-head and neck surgery (OtoHNS). To conduct a review of the apps available in OtoHNS. DATA SOURCES App Store, Google Play, BlackBerry World, Windows Store. METHODS The Apple, Google, Windows, and Blackberry mobile app stores were searched for apps relating to OtoHNS. App information was analyzed based on in-store descriptions, and apps were downloaded and reviewed. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE There is a rapidly expanding collection of apps with a wide variety of functions available in OtoHNS. There are several high-quality apps for education and clinical use, which have been highlighted in our review. Mobile apps have the potential to become widely incorporated into OtoHNS, although there is a need for appropriate guidance from the specialty to ensure app quality and accuracy of content.
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- Matthew C Wong
- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Mobasheri MH, Johnston M, King D, Leff D, Thiruchelvam P, Darzi A. Smartphone breast applications - what's the evidence? Breast 2014; 23:683-9. [PMID: 25153432 DOI: 10.1016/j.breast.2014.07.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 82] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2014] [Accepted: 07/30/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION There are around 40,000 healthcare applications (apps) available for smartphones. Apps have been reviewed in many specialties. Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in females with almost 1.38 million new cases a year worldwide. Despite the high prevalence of breast disease, apps in this field have not been reviewed to date. We have evaluated apps relevant to breast disease with an emphasis on their evidence base (EB) and medical professional involvement (MPI). METHODS Searching the major app stores (apple iTunes, Google Play, BlackBerry World, Windows Phone) using the most common breast symptoms and diseases identified relevant apps. Extracted data for each app included target consumer, disease focus, app function, documentation of any EB, documentation of MPI in development, and potential safety concerns. RESULTS One-hundred-and-eighty-five apps were reviewed. The majority focused on breast cancer (n = 139, 75.1%). Educational (n = 94) and self-assessment tools (n = 30) were the most common functions demonstrated. EB and MPI was identified in 14.2% and 12.8% of apps respectively. Potential safety concerns were identified in 29 (15.7%) apps. CONCLUSIONS There is a lack of EB and MPI in the development of current breast apps. Safety concerns highlight the need for regulation, full authorship disclosure and clinical trials. A robust framework for identifying high quality applications is necessary. This will address the current barrier pertaining to a lack of consumer confidence in their use and further aid to promote their widespread implementation within healthcare.
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- Institute of Global Health Innovation, Imperial College London, UK.
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- Institute of Global Health Innovation, Imperial College London, UK.
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- Institute of Global Health Innovation, Imperial College London, UK.
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Short SS, Lin AC, Merianos DJ, Burke RV, Upperman JS. Smartphones, trainees, and mobile education: implications for graduate medical education. J Grad Med Educ 2014; 6:199-202. [PMID: 24949119 PMCID: PMC4054714 DOI: 10.4300/jgme-d-13-00238.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Kulendran M, Lim M, Laws G, Chow A, Nehme J, Darzi A, Purkayastha S. Surgical smartphone applications across different platforms: their evolution, uses, and users. Surg Innov 2014; 21:427-40. [PMID: 24711263 DOI: 10.1177/1553350614525670] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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INTRODUCTION There are a vast array of smartphone applications that could benefit both surgeons and their patients. To review and identify all relevant surgical smartphone applications available for the Apple iPhone iOS and Google Android platform based on their user group and subspecialty for which they were designed. METHOD Both the literature using PubMed and Google Scholar were searched using the following terms: application$, smartphone$, app$, app*, surgery, surgical, surg*, general surgery, general surg*, bariatric$, urology and plastic surgery, ortho*, orthop(a)edic, cardiac surgery, cardiothoracic, neurosurgery, and ophthalmology. RESULTS The search yielded 38 articles of which 23 were eligible. Each of the key specialties was searched in the Apple iTunes App Store for iPhone iOS and the Google Play Android application store. In total, there were 621 surgical applications for Apple iPhone iOS and 97 identified on Android's Google Play. There has been a 9-fold increase in the number of surgical applications available for the Apple iPhone iOS from 2009 to 2012. Of these applications there were 126 dedicated to plastic surgery, 79 to orthopedics, 41 to neurosurgical, 180 to general surgery, 36 to cardiac surgery, 121 to ophthalmology, and 44 to urology. There was a wide range of applications ranging from simple flashcards to be used for revision to virtual surgery applications that provided surgical exposure and familiarization with common operative procedures. CONCLUSIONS Despite the plethora of surgical applications available for smartphones, there is no taxonomy for medical applications. Only 12% were affiliated with an academic institution or association, which highlights the need for greater regulation of surgical applications.
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Popat R, Mohan AT, Branford OA. Current uses of smartphones and apps in orthopaedic surgery. Br J Hosp Med (Lond) 2013; 74:672-6. [DOI: 10.12968/hmed.2013.74.12.672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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- Ravi Popat
- in the Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London W2 1NY
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- in the Department of Plastic Surgery, Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge
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- in the Department of Plastic Surgery, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London
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Grover S. Commentary on: A plastic surgeon's guide to applying smartphone technology in patient care. Aesthet Surg J 2013; 33:281-2. [PMID: 23388647 DOI: 10.1177/1090820x12472339] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Hogan NM, Kerin MJ. Smart phone apps: smart patients, steer clear. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2012; 89:360-361. [PMID: 22897983 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2012.07.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2012] [Accepted: 07/20/2012] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Smart NJ. A survey of smartphone and tablet computer use by colorectal surgeons in the UK and Continental Europe. Colorectal Dis 2012; 14:e535-8. [PMID: 22747977 DOI: 10.1111/j.1463-1318.2012.03161.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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AIM The prevalence of smartphone or tablet computer ownership among colorectal surgeons in the UK and Continental Europe, and their use for academic activity, is unknown. The aims of this study were to ascertain the level of ownership of such devices, to determine their use in accessing medical literature and to obtain opinions on online publishing. METHOD A Web-based electronic 11-point questionnaire was emailed in March and April 2012 to all members of the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland (ACPGBI), the Dukes' Club and the European Society of Coloproctology (ESCP). Members at all levels of training were included. Questions covered demographic details, technology ownership, current technology usage, options for future developments and attitudes to online publishing. RESULTS The survey was sent to 1048 surgeons, and 182 (17.4%) responses were received. Smartphone and tablet ownership was 83.5% (152/182) and 36.8% (67/182), respectively. Respondents in the 21-50 years age group were more likely to own a smartphone and use it to access full-text versions of scientific papers or to access journals using an application (app). As an author, just over half (56.7%) of respondents were happy for their article to be published online only rather than in print. Nevertheless, journals published online only were perceived to be of lower status by 55.6% of respondents. CONCLUSION Younger age groups are more likely to use smartphones and tablet computers to access medical publishing. The publishing of papers online only by journals with a print version is acceptable, but online only journals are perceived to have a lower status than print journals.
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- N J Smart
- Iceni Centre, Colchester General Hospital, Tuner Road, Colchester CO4 5JL, UK.
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