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Albadayneh BA, Alrawashdeh A, Obeidat N, Al-Dekah AM, Zghool AW, Abdelrahman M. Medical magnetic resonance imaging publications in Arab countries: A 25-year bibliometric analysis. Heliyon 2024; 10:e28512. [PMID: 38590895 PMCID: PMC10999917 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e28512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/13/2024] [Revised: 03/19/2024] [Accepted: 03/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024] Open
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is increasingly becoming a cornerstone in modern diagnostic healthcare, offering unparalleled capabilities in stroke, dementia, and cancer screening. Therefore, this study aims to map medical MRI literature affiliated with Arab countries, focusing on publication trends, top journals, author affiliations, study countries, and authors' collaboration, and keyword analysis. The scientific database used is the Scopus database. Microsoft Excel, VOSviewer software, and Biblioshiny for the Bibliometrix R package are the bibliometric tools used in this analysis. A total of 2592 publications were published between 1988 and 2022, with total citations of 22,115. Most of them were original articles (91,7%) and 89.9% were published in traditional journals. The number of total publications exhibited a steady increase over time, whereas total citations showed fluctuations, peaking in 2015 with 1571 citations for publications from that year. The most cited article was authored by Yaseen M. Arabi, receiving 286 citations. Saudi Arabia was the top active country. In addition, the most prolific author was Maha S Zaki, and the most prolific source was the "Egyptian Journal of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine". The most prolific affiliation was Cairo University. The "multiple sclerosis" and "case report" were the most trending keywords. The analysis revealed a significant growth in MRI research inside Arab countries, as shown by an increase in the total number of publications and international collaborations. Despite these developments, the results of this study suggest that there is still room for MRI research in the Arab region to advance. This can be achieved through increasing international collaboration and multidisciplinary work.
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- Department of Allied Medical Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Faculty of Science and Arts, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
- Kernel Research and Data Analytics Center, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Public Health and Community Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
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- Department of Allied Medical Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid, Jordan
- Department of Medical Imaging Sciences, Gulf Medical University, Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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Törnroos S, Pasanen M, Leino-Kilpi H, Metsälä E. Identification of research priorities of radiography science: A modified Delphi study in Europe. Nurs Health Sci 2022; 24:423-436. [PMID: 35289482 PMCID: PMC9314951 DOI: 10.1111/nhs.12938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/10/2021] [Revised: 03/02/2022] [Accepted: 03/02/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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Radiography science is a new discipline among health sciences. It is a discipline that investigates phenomena in medical imaging, radiation therapy, and nuclear medicine. It has merged from the need to provide research evidence to support these services. The domain of the discipline needs clarification and more research should be focused on its paradigmatic issues. Radiography research priorities have been previously charted on a national level in different countries but the viewpoint has been that of the needs of the profession, not of the discipline. This study aimed to identify the priorities of the discipline. The method chosen was a modified version of the Delphi technique with two rounds. The expert panel consisted of 24 European radiography researchers with long professional experience. This study shows that the research priorities in radiography science are related to the phenomena of radiographers' profession, clinical practices, and the safe and high-quality use of radiation and technology for medical imaging, radiotherapy, and nuclear medicine. Identifying these priorities can help focus research onto most important topics and clarify disciplinary perspective.
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- Sanna Törnroos
- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku and Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland
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- Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku and Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Turku, Finland
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Törnroos S, Leino-Kilpi H, Metsälä E. Phenomena of radiography science - A scoping review. Radiography (Lond) 2021; 27:1231-1240. [PMID: 34340876 DOI: 10.1016/j.radi.2021.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2021] [Revised: 06/23/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of the study is to clarify the domain of radiography science. The main goal of science is building knowledge and developing ideas and theories that explain, predict, understand or interpret the phenomena investigated. Each discipline has its own perspective to view and study the phenomena of interest. The disciplinary perspective enables researchers in radiography science to reason and conceptualize phenomena, but it can also restrict them. The aim of this review was to investigate phenomena that are at the core of the discipline of radiography science. METHODS This study used a scoping review as the method. A systematic search was carried out in the databases: Science Direct, Pubmed, Cinahl, and Scopus. The selection of articles was conducted by predetermined inclusion and exclusion criteria for the title, abstract and full text. After the exclusion process, fourteen articles were selected for a final review. The articles were analyzed with inductive content analysis. RESULTS From the articles, 117 research interests were identified; these were merged into 17 categories and further into six main categories. The main categories represent the phenomena radiography science investigates. The phenomena are: the radiographers' profession, clinical practices in diagnostic and therapeutic patient pathways, safe and high quality use of radiation, radiographic technology, discipline, management and leadership of radiography professionals CONCLUSIONS: Radiography science has a conceptual structure of its own that needs more investigation. Radiography science researches distinctive phenomena and specialized knowledge, common to researchers from different traditions and subspecialties thus justifying its existence. IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE Investigating the core phenomena of interest in radiography science can support researchers in the field to focus their research and to develop the concepts of radiography.
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- S Törnroos
- University of Turku, Department of Nursing Science, Joukahaisenkatu 3-5, FI-20014 Turku, Finland; Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Myllypurontie 1, FI-00920, Helsinki, Finland.
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- University of Turku, Department of Nursing Science, Joukahaisenkatu 3-5, FI-20014 Turku, Finland; Turku University Hospital, Finland.
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- University of Turku, Department of Nursing Science, Joukahaisenkatu 3-5, FI-20014 Turku, Finland; Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Myllypurontie 1, FI-00920, Helsinki, Finland.
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Li W, Cashell A, Lee I, Tamerou M, Coolens C, Bernstein M, Kongkham P, Laperriere N, Shultz D. Patient perspectives on frame versus mask immobilization for gamma knife stereotactic radiosurgery. J Med Imaging Radiat Sci 2020; 51:567-573. [PMID: 32839140 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmir.2020.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/28/2020] [Revised: 07/30/2020] [Accepted: 08/04/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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PURPOSE To assess patient experiences and perspectives following Gamma Knife (GK) stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS) using frame versus mask immobilization. METHODS Patients who received GK-SRS using both frame and mask immobilization were included in this study. One-on-one semi-structured interviews, led by a third-party expert, were used to gain insight into the patient experience. To reduce memory bias of either immobilization device, patients underwent the interview at their follow-up appointment. Initial assessment of patient transcriptions was completed by one study staff; a second member reviewed transcripts for thematic saturation. All interviews were independently coded for themes to minimize interpretation bias. RESULTS Fifteen patients were consented; 12 were successfully interviewed (3 lost due to deteriorating health status). Interviews ranged from 30 to 60 min in duration. The most common patient concern regarding the frame was pain (9 patients), while the primary concerns with the mask system were the ability to remain still (6 patients) and claustrophobia (4 patients). Eleven patients chose the mask as their preferred choice in terms of their overall experience. Two themes emerged during the interviews that spoke to patient satisfaction with each process: unexpected pain with frame placement; and tightness experienced while wearing the mask during treatment. CONCLUSIONS From the patient perspective there was overwhelming agreement that the mask was the preferred choice for GK-SRS. The patient experience could be improved by enhanced education to better prepare patients on what to expect during the frame placement and mask treatment processes.
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- Winnie Li
- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON; Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON.
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- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON; Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
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- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON
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- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON
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- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON; Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
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- Division of Neurosurgery, University of Toronto/University Health Network - Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto, ON
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- Division of Neurosurgery, University of Toronto/University Health Network - Toronto Western Hospital, Toronto, ON
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- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON; Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
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- Radiation Medicine Program, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto, ON; Department of Radiation Oncology, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
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Halkett GKB, Berg M, Ebert MA, Cutt D, Davis M, Hegney D, House M, Judson M, Kearvell R, Krawiec M, Lester L, Maresse S, McLoone P, McKay J. Radiation therapists' perspectives on participating in research. J Med Radiat Sci 2017; 64:299-309. [PMID: 28731288 PMCID: PMC5715346 DOI: 10.1002/jmrs.237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/31/2016] [Revised: 05/24/2017] [Accepted: 06/23/2017] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The objectives of this research were to: (1) determine the extent of Australian radiation therapists (RTs) research participation; (2) evaluate the impact of research involvement on career perceptions (3) explore which research topics require investigation and (4) identify benefits and barriers to research participation. METHODS This study used mixed methods to collect qualitative and quantitative data using an online survey from a larger workforce study of RTs and radiation oncology medical physicists. Participants practising in Australia completed questions about their research involvement. Chi-square tests and logistic regression were used to analyse quantitative data and content analysis was used to explore qualitative data. RESULTS Two hundred and ninety-six RTs answered the research questions. Forty-six percent had been involved in research. Of these, 91% had been involved in departmental, 28% in national, 14% in international and 29% in informal or self-directed research studies. Eleven RTs (8%) had received funding as a chief/principal investigator. Involvement in research was associated with a desire to make a career change. However, it also appeared to be associated with greater satisfaction with career progression and staying in the career. Respondents identified a range of potential research topics, benefits of participating in research and barriers which included lack of time, support and cost. CONCLUSION Almost half of the RT participants identified that they were participating in research. Our data suggest that continued involvement in research, and opportunities to participate, improve RT job satisfaction. RTs' research activities are likely to be extended through provision of additional time and support.
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- Georgia K. B. Halkett
- School of Nursing, Midwifery and ParamedicineFaculty of Health SciencesCurtin UniversityPerthWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- School of Nursing, Midwifery and ParamedicineFaculty of Health SciencesCurtin UniversityPerthWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Radiation OncologySir Charles Gairdner HospitalNedlandsWestern AustraliaAustralia
- School of PhysicsUniversity of Western AustraliaCrawleyWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Genesis Cancer CarePerthWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Research DivisionCentral Queensland UniversityRockhamptonQueenslandAustralia
- School of Nursing and MidwiferyThe University of Southern QueenslandToowoombaQueenslandAustralia
- School of NursingThe University of AdelaideAdelaideSouth AustraliaAustralia
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- School of PhysicsUniversity of Western AustraliaCrawleyWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Radiation OncologySir Charles Gairdner HospitalNedlandsWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Radiation OncologySir Charles Gairdner HospitalNedlandsWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Radiation OncologySir Charles Gairdner HospitalNedlandsWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Health Promotion Evaluation UnitSchool of Sport Science, Exercise and HealthUniversity of Western AustraliaCrawleyWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Discipline of Medical Radiation ScienceFaculty of Science and EngineeringCurtin UniversityPerthWestern AustraliaAustralia
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- Discipline of Medical Radiation ScienceFaculty of Science and EngineeringCurtin UniversityPerthWestern AustraliaAustralia
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An assessment of radiation oncology medical physicists’ perspectives on undertaking research. AUSTRALASIAN PHYSICAL & ENGINEERING SCIENCES IN MEDICINE 2016; 40:173-180. [DOI: 10.1007/s13246-016-0505-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2016] [Accepted: 11/20/2016] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Halkett G, McKay J, Hegney D, Breen LJ, Berg M, Ebert M, Davis M, Kearvell R. Radiation therapists' and radiation oncology medical physicists' perceptions of work and the working environment in Australia: a qualitative study. Eur J Cancer Care (Engl) 2016; 26. [DOI: 10.1111/ecc.12511] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/25/2016] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
Affiliation(s)
- G.K.B. Halkett
- School of Nursing and Midwifery; Faculty of Health Sciences; Curtin University; Perth Western Australia
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- Discipline of Medical Radiation Science; Faculty of Science and Engineering; Curtin University; Perth Western Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery; The University of Southern Queensland; Darling Heights Queensland Australia
- School of Nursing; The University of Adelaide; Adelaide South Australia
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- School of Psychology and Speech Pathology; Faculty of Health Sciences; Curtin University; Perth Western Australia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery; Faculty of Health Sciences; Curtin University; Perth Western Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology; Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital; Nedlands Western Australia
- School of Physics; University of Western Australia; Crawley Western Australia
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- Genesis Cancer Care; Perth Western Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology; Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital; Nedlands Western Australia
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