Misinformation on the Internet regarding Ablative Therapies for Prostate Cancer

Urology
Denise Asafu-AdjeiElias Hyams

Abstract

To evaluate the quality of web-based information on ablative therapies for prostate cancer. The 2 most common search engines (Google and Bing) were queried for the following terms: "prostate cancer" + "HIFU" and "cryotherapy," respectively. The top 50 websites for each were obtained. Websites were characterized and analyzed regarding their accuracy and completeness of information using criteria determined a priori. Academic papers were excluded. Of "HIFU" search results, 17% were advertisements, 13% and 29% were academic and private practice websites, respectively. Erroneous information on oncological efficacy was presented in 15% and 41% of academic and private practice websites, respectively. Criteria for treatment were mentioned in 31% and 66% of academic and private practice websites, respectively. Of "cryotherapy" search results, 18% were advertisements, 15% academic sites, and 11% private practices. Erroneous information was presented in 73% of both academic and private practice websites. Criteria for treatment were mentioned in 27% and 18% of these sites, respectively. Seventy eight percent and 75% of HIFU and cryotherapy sites, respectively, mentioned general side effects. There is substantial inaccurate and incomplete ...Continue Reading

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