Barriers to Research Faced by High-Income Versus Low- and Middle-Income Country Otolaryngologists and Otolaryngology Residents.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to compare research productivity and barriers to research between high-income countries (HICs) and low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) otolaryngologists.

Study design

Cross-sectional survey.

Setting

International survey.

Methods

A survey developed by members of the Lebanese Otolaryngology Research and Awareness Group was disseminated globally to otolaryngologists and otolaryngology residents. The survey assessed research efficiency, funding, and perceived barriers. Data were analyzed using t tests and χ ² tests.

Results

A total of 82 responses from 21 countries were recorded, with 33 from HICs (40.2%) and 49 from LMICs (59.8%). LMIC respondents reported significantly less research funding (84.4% vs

SUBMITTER: Zalaquett NG 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11733464 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature