The quality of German - language patient decision aids for oncological patients on the internet.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Previous studies have already shown that decision aids are a suitable tool for patient decision-making. The aim of this work is to conduct an online search for freely available, German-language patient decision aids (PDAs) for cancer patients, followed by an assessment of their quality. For this purpose, a rating tool that is as manageable as possible was developed on the basis of already existing quality criteria.

Methods

A simulated patient online search was conducted via the four most frequently used search engines in Germany. A quality assessment tool was created utilizing international and national guidelines, with a focus on practicality and manageability. Subsequently, the identified PDAs were rated by 4 raters based on the rating tool.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Moller J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10436558 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature