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View article: Validity and transferability of Model for ASsessing the value of Artificial Intelligence (MAS-AI)
Validity and transferability of Model for ASsessing the value of Artificial Intelligence (MAS-AI) Open
The study confirmed the validity of the MAS-AI domains in Denmark, Canada, and Italy. Several improvements in study design and data collection were identified. In the future, analyzing participants to understand which items were rated as i…
View article: Unveiling hidden connections: How social networks impact diversion in hospital emergency departments: An exploratory social network analysis
Unveiling hidden connections: How social networks impact diversion in hospital emergency departments: An exploratory social network analysis Open
Due to a lack of safeguards, controlled substances (CS) can be diverted (stolen) from healthcare facilities. While it is known that healthcare workers (HCWs) can use their social networks within the medication use process (MUP) to facilita…
View article: Multidisciplinary initiative to reduce 30-day readmissions in heart failure: a quality improvement perspective
Multidisciplinary initiative to reduce 30-day readmissions in heart failure: a quality improvement perspective Open
Aim Hospitalisation for heart failure (HF) carries a high risk of readmission and adverse patient outcomes. We noticed a higher rate of readmissions for HF patients in a tertiary cardiac centre in Doha, Qatar. This study is focused on usin…
View article: Navigating the life stage after stroke: From Life 2.0 to stroke prevention models of care — A qualitative exploration of younger and middle-aged adult stroke patients' experiences and recommendations
Navigating the life stage after stroke: From Life 2.0 to stroke prevention models of care — A qualitative exploration of younger and middle-aged adult stroke patients' experiences and recommendations Open
View article: Lifestyle Knowledge and Behavior Among Stroke and High-Risk Younger Adult Patients Through Sex, Age and Stroke Status Differences: A Cross-Sectional Study
Lifestyle Knowledge and Behavior Among Stroke and High-Risk Younger Adult Patients Through Sex, Age and Stroke Status Differences: A Cross-Sectional Study Open
Background: The prevalence of stroke is projected to rise over the next 30 years, particularly among younger adults (≤65 years of age). Stroke is associated with modifiable risk factors, highlighting the importance of risk factor modificat…
View article: Application of distributional cost-effectiveness analysis methodology in real-world studies: a scoping review protocol
Application of distributional cost-effectiveness analysis methodology in real-world studies: a scoping review protocol Open
Introduction Healthcare systems face the challenge of managing limited resources while addressing the growing demand for care and the need for equitable access. Traditional cost-effectiveness analyses focus on maximising health benefits bu…
View article: 26 Person-centred health goals ‘n’ empowerment in heart failure
26 Person-centred health goals ‘n’ empowerment in heart failure Open
View article: Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among at Risk Populations: Protocol for Distributional Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among at Risk Populations: Protocol for Distributional Cost-Effectiveness Analysis Open
Background Diabetic retinopathy (DR) remains the primary vision complication of diabetes and the leading cause of blindness among adults, with up to 30% prevalence among low-income populations. Tele-retina is a cost-effective screening alt…
View article: Empirical evidence for a process-based model of health-related quality of life using network analysis
Empirical evidence for a process-based model of health-related quality of life using network analysis Open
Background Health-related quality of life (HRQL) is the perceived impact of a medical condition on one's overall wellbeing. While contemporary assessments are structured to evaluate an individual's HRQL state, we propose a complementary pr…
View article: The Impact of Telehomecare on Patients, Providers, and Informal Caregivers: A Longitudinal Cohort Study (Preprint)
The Impact of Telehomecare on Patients, Providers, and Informal Caregivers: A Longitudinal Cohort Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Heart failure (HF) and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are responsible for a significant amount of the economic and chronic disease burden which impacts the Ontario health system. Telehomecare (THC), a home self-ma…
View article: Empirical Evidence for a Process-Based Model of Health-Related Quality of Life Using Network Analysis
Empirical Evidence for a Process-Based Model of Health-Related Quality of Life Using Network Analysis Open
Background Health-related quality of life (HRQL) is the perceived impact of a medical condition on one’s overall well-being. While contemporary assessments are structured to evaluate an individual’s HRQL state, we propose a complementary p…
View article: Understanding the social networks that contribute to diversion in hospital inpatient pharmacies: A social network analysis
Understanding the social networks that contribute to diversion in hospital inpatient pharmacies: A social network analysis Open
By strategically involving Pharmacists or Technician Supervisors, diversion risk can be mitigated through cross-checking and quality control. Through identifying the network structure of each unit, hospitals can identify opportunities for …
View article: Exploring the use of social network analysis methods in process improvement within healthcare organizations: a scoping review
Exploring the use of social network analysis methods in process improvement within healthcare organizations: a scoping review Open
Background Communication breakdowns among healthcare providers have been identified as a significant cause of preventable adverse events, including harm to patients. A large proportion of studies investigating communication in healthcare o…
View article: P.027 KNOW BRAIN EMBRACE CARE: A study investigating young adult stroke patients’ knowledge and behaviour around lifestyle
P.027 KNOW BRAIN EMBRACE CARE: A study investigating young adult stroke patients’ knowledge and behaviour around lifestyle Open
Background: Stroke incidence is rising among younger adults (≤65yrs). Modifiable and behavioural risk factors are linked to stroke; however, limited understanding of knowledge and behaviour exists around preventative/lifestyle medicine (LS…
View article: The TransFORmation of IndiGEnous PrimAry HEAlthcare Delivery (FORGE AHEAD): economic analysis
The TransFORmation of IndiGEnous PrimAry HEAlthcare Delivery (FORGE AHEAD): economic analysis Open
Background Indigenous populations have increased risk of developing diabetes and experience poorer treatment outcomes than the general population. The FORGE AHEAD program partnered with First Nations communities across Canada to improve ac…
View article: Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among at Risk Populations: Protocol for Distributional Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (Preprint)
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among at Risk Populations: Protocol for Distributional Cost-Effectiveness Analysis (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND Diabetic retinopathy (DR) remains the primary vision complication of diabetes and the leading cause of blindness among adults, with up to 30% prevalence among low-income populations. Tele-retina is a cost-effective screening al…
View article: Exploring unmet needs and preferences of young adult stroke patients for post-stroke care through PROMs and gender differences
Exploring unmet needs and preferences of young adult stroke patients for post-stroke care through PROMs and gender differences Open
Background Stroke incidence among young adults of working age (under 65 years of age) has significantly increased in the past decade, with major individual, social, and economic implications. There is a paucity of research exploring the ne…
View article: The EvalUation of goal-diRected activities to prOmote well-beIng and heAlth (EUROIA) scale: Psychometric evaluation with Confirmatory Factor Analysis
The EvalUation of goal-diRected activities to prOmote well-beIng and heAlth (EUROIA) scale: Psychometric evaluation with Confirmatory Factor Analysis Open
Objectives While state-based models of health-related quality of life (HRQL) are well-established in providing clinically relevant descriptions of HRQL status, they do not provide information on how to maintain or improve HRQL. The E val U…
View article: Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Stroke Subtype Presentation in Patients Without COVID-19 Infection
Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Stroke Subtype Presentation in Patients Without COVID-19 Infection Open
Background & Aims: It is unknown if the COVID-19 pandemic and public health measures had an immediate impact on stroke subtypes and etiologies in patients not infected with COVID-19. We aimed to evaluate if the proportion of non-COVID-19-r…
View article: Support for health care workers and psychological distress: thinking about now and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic
Support for health care workers and psychological distress: thinking about now and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic Open
Introduction This study explores the relationship between emotional support, perceived risk and mental health outcomes among health care workers, who faced high rates of burnout and mental distress since the beginning of the COVID19 pand…
View article: Soutien aux travailleurs de la santé et détresse psychologique : réflexion sur la situation actuelle et la période suivant la pandémie de COVID-19
Soutien aux travailleurs de la santé et détresse psychologique : réflexion sur la situation actuelle et la période suivant la pandémie de COVID-19 Open
Introduction Cette étude explore la relation entre le soutien émotionnel, le risque perçu et les résultats en matière de santé mentale chez les travailleurs de la santé, qui font face à des taux élevés d’épuisement professionnel et de dét…
View article: Sex Differences in Functional Outcomes Following Endovascular Treatment for Acute Ischemic Stroke
Sex Differences in Functional Outcomes Following Endovascular Treatment for Acute Ischemic Stroke Open
Background: Sex disparities have been reported across many aspects of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) care; however, there is a relative paucity of research examining sex differences in outcomes following endovascular treatment (EVT). Some stu…
View article: Surviving SARS and living through COVID-19: Healthcare worker mental health outcomes and insights for coping
Surviving SARS and living through COVID-19: Healthcare worker mental health outcomes and insights for coping Open
Objective Explore how previous work during the 2003 Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) outbreak affects the psychological response of clinical and non-clinical healthcare workers (HCWs) to the current COVID-19 pandemic. Methods A cro…
View article: A 2020 Environmental Scan of Heart Failure Clinics in Ontario
A 2020 Environmental Scan of Heart Failure Clinics in Ontario Open
Compared to the survey performed a decade ago, the number of HF clinics and physicians have not changed, and the services provided remain heterogenous. However, the increased number of patients served suggests a greater demand for these cl…
View article: Impact of Intersecting Systems of Oppression on Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among Those Who Identify as Women of Low Socioeconomic Status: Protocol for a Convergent Mixed Methods Study
Impact of Intersecting Systems of Oppression on Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among Those Who Identify as Women of Low Socioeconomic Status: Protocol for a Convergent Mixed Methods Study Open
Background By 2025, 5 million Canadians will be diagnosed with diabetes, and women from lower socioeconomic groups will likely account for most new diagnoses. Diabetic retinopathy is a primary vision complication of diabetes and a leading …
View article: Impact of Intersecting Systems of Oppression on Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among Those Who Identify as Women of Low Socioeconomic Status: Protocol for a Convergent Mixed Methods Study (Preprint)
Impact of Intersecting Systems of Oppression on Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Among Those Who Identify as Women of Low Socioeconomic Status: Protocol for a Convergent Mixed Methods Study (Preprint) Open
BACKGROUND By 2025, 5 million Canadians will be diagnosed with diabetes, and women from lower socioeconomic groups will likely account for most new diagnoses. Diabetic retinopathy is a primary vision complication of diabetes and a leading…
View article: Tele-retina screening of diabetic retinopathy among at-risk populations: an economic analysis
Tele-retina screening of diabetic retinopathy among at-risk populations: an economic analysis Open
Findings from this study suggest that tele-retina is a more cost-effective means of screening for diabetic retinopathy than the SOC in urban and rural underscreened communities. Subsequent economic studies should focus on evaluations that …
View article: Comparative Effectiveness of the Core Components of Cardiac Rehabilitation on Mortality and Morbidity: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis
Comparative Effectiveness of the Core Components of Cardiac Rehabilitation on Mortality and Morbidity: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-Analysis Open
A systematic review and network meta-analysis (NMA) of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) evaluating the core components of cardiac rehabilitation (CR), nutritional counseling (NC), risk factor modification (RFM), psychosocial management …
View article: IMPACT OF TELEHOMECARE ON HEALTH SYSTEM UTILIZATION IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE
IMPACT OF TELEHOMECARE ON HEALTH SYSTEM UTILIZATION IN PATIENTS WITH HEART FAILURE Open
View article: Physician’s Perceptions of Telemedicine in HIV Care Provision: A Cross-Sectional Web-Based Survey
Physician’s Perceptions of Telemedicine in HIV Care Provision: A Cross-Sectional Web-Based Survey Open
From the perceptions of physicians, telemedicine shows promise in the care of patients living with HIV. More than half of the respondents are already using telemedicine modalities. Whereas many physicians are concerned about their ability …