How Turkish radiology residents access information related to their profession in this social media and smartphone era

Social media for cardiac imagers: a review

Cardiac imaging plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis and management of cardiovascular diseases. In the burgeoning landscape of digital technology and social media platforms, it becomes essential for cardiac imagers to know how to effectively increase the visibility and the impact of their activity. With the availability of social sites like X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook, cardiac imagers can now reach a wider audience and engage with peers, sharing their findings, insights, and discussions. The integration of persistent identifiers, such as digital object identifiers (DOIs), facilitates traceability and citation of cardiac imaging publications across various digital platforms, further enhancing their discoverability. To maximize visibility, practical advice is provided, including the use of visually engaging infographics and videos, as well as the strategic implementation of relevant hashtags and keywords. These techniques can significantly improve the discoverability of cardiac imaging research through search engine optimization and social media algorithms. Tracking impact and engagement is crucial in the digital age, and this review discusses various metrics and tools to gauge the reach and influence of cardiac imaging publications. This includes traditional citation-based metrics and altmetrics. Moreover, this review underscores the importance of creating and updating professional profiles on social platforms and participating in relevant scientific communities online. The adoption of digital technology, social platforms, and a strategic approach to publication sharing can empower cardiac imaging professionals to enhance the visibility and impact of their research, ultimately advancing the field and improving patient care.

Impact of an online reference system on the diagnosis of rare or atypical abdominal tumors and lesions

The purpose of the present study is to evaluate whether an online reference system (ORS, STATdx Elsevier, Amsterdam, Netherlands) impacts finding the histologically confirmed diagnosis of rare or atypical abdominal tumors and lesions in radiologic imaging. In total, 101 patients with rare tumor entities or lesions and atypical manifestations of common tumors were enrolled retrospectively. Blinded readings were performed by four radiologists with varying levels of experience, who reported on: (a) correct diagnosis (CD), (b) time needed to find the diagnosis, and (c) diagnostic confidence, initially without followed by the assistance of the ORS. The experienced reader (3 years of experience post-residency, CD 49.5%), as well as the advanced reader with 1 year of experience post-residency (CD 43.6%), and a resident with 5 years of experience (CD 46.5%) made the correct diagnosis more frequently compared to the less experienced reader (CD 25.7%). A significant improvement in making the correct diagnosis was only achieved by the advanced reader, the resident with 5 years of experience (CD with ORS 58.4%; p < 0.001). The advanced reader with 1 year of experience post-residency improved slightly (CD ORS 47.5%). The experienced reader (CD ORS 50.5%) and the less experienced reader (CD ORS 27.7%) did not improve significantly. The overall subjective confidence increased significantly when ORS was used (3.2 ± 0.9 vs. 3.8 ± 0.9; p < 0.001). While the ORS had a positive impact on making the correct diagnosis throughout all readers, it favored radiologists with more clinical experience rather than inexperienced residents. Moreover, the ORS increased the diagnostic confidence of all radiologists significantly. In conclusion, the ORS had no significant impact on the diagnosis of rare or atypical abdominal tumors and lesions except for one reader. The greatest benefit is the increase in diagnostic confidence.

Radiographers use of social media - SoMe in a Nordic perspective

INTRODUCTION

Social media (SoMe) is widely used as a communication platform in everyday life. Also, healthcare professionals have embraced SoMe as a communication tool for both peers and patients. It is becoming an interactive tool for discussing professionals' issues and a place where learning and education occur. This study explores the specific patterns of SoMe use for radiographers' in the Nordic countries. The aim of this survey was to investigate radiographers use of social platforms in a professional setting.

METHODS

A 29-item survey was prepared, and pilot-tested. The survey was produced in Danish a language that all Nordic countries master. In general, most Nordic languages are very similar. The survey was distributed by online platforms such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and also distributed by newsletters by the Norwegian and Danish national radiographers societies. All data was collected anonymously. An Ethical Research approval was obtained from the University of Southern Denmark.

RESULTS

A total of 242 respondents completed the survey (Denmark n = 183, Norway n = 48, Sweden n = 8, and n = 3 from other Scandinavian countries). The respondents included 186 females, 52 males and four were undisclosed. On average, the respondents spent approximately 2 h and 23 min daily on SoMe, with 27 min specifically dedicated to content relevant to radiographers. Facebook was the preferred platform with 93 % (n = 226). A total of 5.4 % (n = 13) respondents had experienced contact from patients and/or next of kin, while 92 % (n = 222) reported no such interactions and 2.9 % (n = 7) were undisclosed. A total of 52.8 % (n = 128) used SoMe in relation to courses, conferences, or online meetings. This shows that time spent on content relevant to radiographers imply that SoMe can be a relevant tool for reaching radiographers.

CONCLUSION

The survey demonstrates radiographers' use of SoMe for personal and professional interest, with Facebook as the preferred social media platform. SoMe were mostly used during courses, conferences, or online meetings with half of the respondent reported using SoMe platforms during working hours. These results underscore the untapped potential of SoMe in professional healthcare settings. Additionally, the study offers insight into current practices, facilitating comparisons to identify trends in SoMe usage within the radiographer community.

IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE

The findings advocate for the strategic use of SoMe by radiographers', emphasizing professional networking and knowledge sharing. However, clear guidelines are necessary to ensure patient confidentiality and data security in these digital interactions.

Impact of a content-based image retrieval system on the interpretation of chest CTs of patients with diffuse parenchymal lung disease

OBJECTIVES

Content-based image retrieval systems (CBIRS) are a new and potentially impactful tool for radiological reporting, but their clinical evaluation is largely missing. This study aimed at assessing the effect of CBIRS on the interpretation of chest CT scans from patients with suspected diffuse parenchymal lung disease (DPLD).

MATERIALS AND METHODS

A total of 108 retrospectively included chest CT scans with 22 unique, clinically and/or histopathologically verified diagnoses were read by eight radiologists (four residents, four attending, median years reading chest CT scans 2.1± 0.7 and 12 ± 1.8, respectively). The radiologists read and provided the suspected diagnosis at a certified radiological workstation to simulate clinical routine. Half of the readings were done without CBIRS and half with the additional support of the CBIRS. The CBIRS retrieved the most likely of 19 lung-specific patterns from a large database of 6542 thin-section CT scans and provided relevant information (e.g., a list of potential differential diagnoses).

RESULTS

Reading time decreased by 31.3% (p < 0.001) despite the radiologists searching for additional information more frequently when the CBIRS was available (154 [72%] vs. 95 [43%], p < 0.001). There was a trend towards higher overall diagnostic accuracy (42.2% vs 34.7%, p = 0.083) when the CBIRS was available.

CONCLUSION

The use of the CBIRS had a beneficial impact on the reading time of chest CT scans in cases with DPLD. In addition, both resident and attending radiologists were more likely to consult informational resources if they had access to the CBIRS. Further studies are needed to confirm the observed trend towards increased diagnostic accuracy with the use of a CBIRS in practice.

KEY POINTS

• A content-based image retrieval system for supporting the diagnostic process of reading chest CT scans can decrease reading time by 31.3% (p < 0.001). • The decrease in reading time was present despite frequent usage of the content-based image retrieval system. • Additionally, a trend towards higher diagnostic accuracy was observed when using the content-based image retrieval system (42.2% vs 34.7%, p = 0.083).

YouTube and Radiology: The Viability, Pitfalls, and Untapped Potential of the Premier Social Media Video Platform for Image-Based Education

RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES

There are several popular radiology channels on YouTube, reinforcing studies showing interest among medical students and trainees in video education and suggesting the potential use of YouTube for radiology education.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

The CTisus YouTube channel, dedicated to radiology education and based in the Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science at Johns Hopkins Hospital, has 25,000 subscribers. The benefits of this social media platform for radiology education were analyzed. The most popular videos (n = 484) from July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2020 were categorized into "case clips" (short displays of case images); "Facebook Live" (15-20 minute discussions later posted to YouTube); "lectures" (weekly PowerPoint lectures); and "quizzes" (10-question quiz discussions posted monthly). The number of days videos were available from July 2017 to June 2020 were counted and median views per 30 days were recorded. Lecture content was used to determine which of the following topics were more popular (received the most views) than others: Artificial intelligence, chest, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, musculoskeletal, neuro, physics, technique (such as protocols and contrast), technology, and vascular.

RESULTS

Facebook Live videos had the highest median views per 30 days (236.9), the highest median likes per 30 days (2.5), the highest median shares per 30 days (2.0), and the highest median subscribers gained per 30 days (0.7). Unlike video type, there was no obvious favorite lecture topic among viewers.

CONCLUSION

Viewers were most engaged with longer videos, with interaction and watch time indicating greater interest than simple clicks/views. YouTube is an easy-to-use and valuable platform for hosting video content. It reaches a global audience and provides what many radiology trainees and professionals are looking for: video instruction.

Radiology, Mobile Devices, and Internet of Things (IoT)

Radiology by its nature is intricately connected to the Internet and is at the forefront of technology in medicine. The past few years have seen a dramatic rise in Internet-based technology in healthcare, with imaging as a core application. Numerous Internet-based applications and technologies have made forays into medicine, and for radiology it is more seamless than in other clinical specialties. Many applications in the practice of radiology are Internet based and more applications are being added every day. Introduction of mobile devices and their integration into imaging workflow has reinforced the role played by the Internet in radiology. Due to the rapid proliferation of wearable devices and smartphones, IoT-enabled technology is evolving healthcare from conventional hub-based systems to more personalized healthcare systems. This article briefly discusses how the IoT plays a useful role in daily imaging workflow and current and potential future applications, how mobile devices can be integrated into radiology workflows, and the impact of the IoT on resident and medical student education, research, and patient engagement in radiology.

Information behaviour of the millennial generation: a scoping review of medical residents and their use of social media

BACKGROUND

Medical residents can offer ideas for new information services, as most of them are 'digital natives', although reviews of the use of social media in health care settings do not provide data on their information behaviour.

OBJECTIVE

A scoping review aimed at providing a research map for the information behaviour of medical residents and their use of social media, listing the aspects of the information behaviour studied and the theories and methods used.

METHODS

A search was carried out in pubmed, embase, cinahl and lisa in April of 2018, with the results limited to the period from 2010 onwards.

RESULTS

Thirty-nine relevant articles from 38 different studies were identified. The presence and use of social media was the most researched aspect, followed by information sharing, the relationships established and, finally, the search for and use of information. These aspects are researched mainly from the point of view of doctor-patient interactions. Only one study incorporated a theory of its design. Surveys were the most frequently used method.

CONCLUSION

Research does not delve into medical residents' information behaviour on social media, despite the residents themselves using these media (in the context of everyday life, at least). More research is required.