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Sneha Bokadia, G.
- Bacteriophage in Human Body A-Systematic Review
Authors
1 Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, IN
2 Department of Microbiology, Saveetha Dental College, Chennai, IN
Source
Research Journal of Pharmacy and Technology, Vol 10, No 4 (2017), Pagination: 1204-1208Abstract
Bacteriophage has been a known virus from many years and one of the most abundant viruses present. Preying only on bacteria, they don't harm human body. Since many years bacteriophage studies are being carried out. Recent studies shows that bacteriophage are proving to be beneficial to human body. They act as immune barriers with mucus in human body. Also these viruses are playing an important role in vaccines. One of the main recent advancement shows Bacteriophage Therapy which includes dentistry also. This review throws a light on importance of these bacteriophages in science.Keywords
Bacteriophages, Phage Therapy, Periodontitis.
- Analysis and Assessment of YouTube Uploads as a Source of Information for Oral Sub Mucous Fibrosis
Authors
1 Graduate Student, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Science, Saveetha University, Chennai, IN
2 Reader, Department of Oral Medicine and Radiology, Saveetha Dental College and Hospitals, Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Science, Saveetha University, Chennai
Source
Indian Journal of Public Health Research & Development, Vol 10, No 11 (2019), Pagination: 3603-3610Abstract
Aim: Social media is becoming one of the most popular sources of information among the general public. YouTube being the most popular is one of the key sources of medical information. This study aims to assess the overall quality of information of Oral Sub mucous Fibrosis presented on YouTube.
Methodology: The study analysed 100 YouTube videos using search terms 1) oral sub mucous fibrosis, 2) OSMF, 3) oral sub mucous fibrosis diagnosis, 4) oral sub mucous fibrosis symptoms, 5) oral sub mucous fibrosis treatment. A quality assessment checklist was prepared and two individuals scored each video independently based on information present. Videos were grouped into poor, moderate and excellent quality based on scores.
Result: After viewing 100 videos with information about OSMF awareness to general public, 90% (n=90) of the videos available on YouTube are not helpful for patients seeking information regarding OSMF. 51% (n=51) of videos are completely irrelevant, depicting scarcity of useful videos. Among 10% (n=10) relevant videos (Awareness 3%, Educational 7%) videos, only 2% (n=2) was with excellent quality of information, 4% (n=4) moderate quality, 4% (n=4) showing the poor quality of videos available. Among the 10% useful videos, 5% (n=5) videos were uploaded by health care units and organisations and 1% (n=1) videos by universities and 4% (n=4) by private health care professionals.
Conclusion: The present study shows there is lack of information presented on YouTube regarding OSMF and also the available useful videos are of poor quality. However, YouTube could serve as a valuable platform for communicating, hence there is high need to upload good educational videos to create awareness and further guide patients with OSMF.