Quality of Online Patient Information on Surgical Management of Hidradenitis Suppurativa: A Comprehensive Assessment Using the mEQIP Tool.

ABSTRACT: Background: Hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) is a chronic inflammatory disorder characterized by recurrent nodules, abscesses, and sinus tracts in apocrine gland-bearing areas. Surgery plays a key role in moderate-to-severe disease. As patients increasingly rely on the internet for decision-making, the quality of online information on HS surgery requires critical evaluation. Previous studies have shown poor quality and limited coverage of surgical aspects. This study systematically assesses publicly available websites on the surgical and reconstructive management of HS, quantifies their quality using the modified Ensuring Quality Information for Patients (mEQIP) tool, and identifies areas needing improvement to support informed decisions. Methods: Google, Bing, and Yahoo were se

SUBMITTER: Marcasciano M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12653717 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature