scholarly journals Identifying the research priorities of healthcare professionals in UK vascular surgery: modified Delphi approach

BJS Open ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
G E Smith ◽  
J Long ◽  
T Wallace ◽  
D Carradice ◽  
I C Chetter ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Unmet Need ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Plaque Morphology ◽  
Limb Ischaemia ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Delphi Approach ◽  
Steering Group ◽  
Surgical Trainees ◽  
Foot Disease ◽  
The Uk

Abstract Background The Vascular Research Collaborative was established to develop a national research strategy for patients with vascular disease in the UK. This project aimed to establish national research priorities in this patient group. Methods A modified Delphi approach, an established method for reaching a consensus opinion among a group of experts in a particular field, was used to survey national multidisciplinary vascular clinical specialists. Two rounds of online surveys were conducted involving the membership of the Vascular Society, Society of Vascular Nurses, Society for Vascular Technology, and the Rouleaux Club (vascular surgical trainees). The first round invited any suggestions for vascular research topics. A steering group then collated and rationalized the suggestions, categorizing them by consensus into pathological topics and research categories, and amalgamating the various questions relating to the same fundamental issue into a single question. The second round involved recirculating these questions to the same participants for priority scoring. Results Round 1 resulted in 1231 suggested research questions from 481 respondents. Steering group collation and rationalization resulted in 83 questions for ranking in round 2. The second round resulted in a hierarchical list of vascular research priorities. The highest scoring priorities addressed topics related to critical lower-limb ischaemia, diabetic foot disease, amputation, wound healing, carotid plaque morphology, and service organization/delivery. Conclusion It is anticipated that these results will drive the UK national vascular research agenda for the next 5–10 years. It will facilitate focused development and funding of new research projects in current clinical areas of unmet need where potential impact is greatest.

Priorities for child health research across the UK and Ireland

2021 ◽  
pp. archdischild-2021-322636
Author(s):  
Katrina Cathie ◽  
Alastair G Sutcliffe ◽  
Srini Bandi ◽  
David Coghlan ◽  
Stephen W Turner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Child Health ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Models Of Care ◽  
Research Network ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Phase Study ◽  
Child Health Research ◽  
The Uk ◽  
Multicentre Research

BackgroundThe General and Adolescent Paediatric Research Network in the UK and Ireland (GAPRUKI) was established in 2016. The aims of GAPRUKI are to unite general paediatricians around the UK and Ireland, to develop research ideas and protocols, and facilitate delivery of multicentre research.ObjectivesTo undertake a research prioritisation exercise among UK and Ireland general paediatricians.MethodsThis was a four-phase study using a modified Delphi survey. The first phase asked for suggested research priorities. The second phase developed ideas and ranked them in priority. In the third phase, priorities were refined; and the final stage used the Hanlon Prioritisation Process to agree on the highest priorities.ResultsIn phase one, there were 250 questions submitted by 61 GAPRUKI members (66% of the whole membership). For phase two, 92 priorities were scored by 62 members and the mean Likert scale (1–7) scores ranged from 3.13 to 5.77. In a face-to-face meeting (phases three and four), 17 research questions were identified and ultimately 14 priorities were identified and ranked. The four priorities with the highest ranking focused on these three respiratory conditions: asthma, bronchiolitis and acute wheeze. Other priorities were in the diagnosis or management of constipation, urinary tract infection, fever, gastro-oesophageal reflux and also new models of care for scheduled general paediatric clinics.ConclusionResearch priorities for child health in the UK and Ireland have been identified using a robust methodology. The next steps are for studies to be designed and funded to address these priorities.

scholarly journals Moving forward through consensus: protocol for a modified Delphi approach to determine the top research priorities in the field of orthopaedic oncology

BMJ Open ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
pp. e011780 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Schneider ◽  
Nathan Evaniew ◽  
Juan Sebastian Rendon ◽  
Paula McKay ◽  
R Lor Randall ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Research Priorities ◽  
Orthopaedic Oncology ◽  
Consensus Protocol ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Delphi Approach

scholarly journals Moving Forward Through Consensus: A Modified Delphi Approach to Determine the Top Research Priorities in Orthopaedic Oncology

2017 ◽  
Vol 475 (12) ◽  
pp. 3044-3055 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia Jacqueline Schneider ◽  
Nathan Evaniew ◽  
Paula McKay ◽  
Michelle Ghert
Keyword(s):  
Research Priorities ◽  
Orthopaedic Oncology ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Delphi Approach

scholarly journals Highlighting the clinical need for diagnosing Mycoplasma genitalium infection

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (7) ◽  
pp. 680-686 ◽  
Author(s):  
Catherine A Ison ◽  
Helen Fifer ◽  
Simon Gwynn ◽  
Paddy Horner ◽  
Peter Muir ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Sexual Health ◽  
Mycoplasma Genitalium ◽  
Health Clinic ◽  
Specific Patient ◽  
Laboratory Staff ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Delphi Approach ◽  
Consensus Statements ◽  
Sexual Contacts ◽  
The Uk

Despite Mycoplasma genitalium (MG) being increasingly recognised as a genital pathogen in men and women, awareness and utility of commercially available MG-testing has been low. The opinion of UK sexual health clinicians and allied professionals was sought on how MG-testing should be used. Thirty-two consensus statements were developed by an expert group and circulated to clinicians and laboratory staff, who were asked to evaluate their level of agreement with each statement; 75% agreement was set as the threshold for defining consensus for each statement. A modified Delphi approach was used and high levels of agreement obviated the need to test the original statement set further. Of 201 individuals who received questionnaires, 60 responded, most (48) being sexual health consultants, more than 10% of the total in the UK. Twenty-seven (84.4%) of the statements exceeded the 75% threshold. Respondents strongly supported MG-testing of patients with urethritis, pelvic inflammatory disease or unexplained persistent vaginal discharge, or post-coital bleeding. Fewer favoured testing patients with proctitis and support was divided for routinely testing Chlamydia-positive patients. Testing of current sexual contacts of MG-positive patients was supported, as was a test of cure for MG-positive patients, although agreement fell below the 75% threshold. Respondents agreed that all consultant- or specialist-led services should have access to testing for MG (98.3%). There was strong agreement for having MG-testing available for specific patient groups, which may reflect concern over antibiotic resistance and the desire to comply with clinical guidelines that recommend MG-testing in sexual health clinic settings.

scholarly journals Designing and developing core physiology learning outcomes for pre-registration nursing education curriculum

2020 ◽  
Vol 44 (3) ◽  
pp. 464-474
Author(s):  
Alison F. Wood ◽  
Colin Chandler ◽  
Siobhan Connolly ◽  
Gabrielle Finn ◽  
Catherine Redmond ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Education ◽  
Learning Outcomes ◽  
Response Rate ◽  
Questionnaire Response ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Education Group ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Delphi Approach ◽  
Panel Review ◽  
The Uk

Physiology is a key element of “bioscience” education within pre-registration nursing programs, but there is a lack of clarity on what is included. Physiology and bioscience content and delivery are highly varied across both higher education institutions and the related programs in the United Kingdom (UK). Despite evidence highlighting concerns over nurses’ lack of bioscience knowledge and unsafe practice, there is no universally agreed on curriculum with detailed outcomes of minimum levels of knowledge to support nurses in practice and patient care. This study aimed to inform the construction of discipline-specific physiology learning outcomes to clarify relevant physiological topics required in pre-registration nursing. Initially, 360 learning outcomes were identified from various sources. Using a modified Delphi approach, an expert panel from the Bioscience in Nurse Education group reviewed and modified the list to 195 proposed outcomes. These were circulated to universities in the UK who teach nursing ( n = 65). Outcomes that had 80% consensus were automatically included in the next round, with others recommended with modification (response rate 22%). The panel reviewed the modifications, and 182 outcomes were circulated in the second questionnaire (response rate 23%), and further panel review resulting in 177 outcomes agreed. These learning outcomes do not suggest how they should be delivered, but gives the basic level required for qualification as a nurse commensurate with the Nursing and Midwifery Council new standards for the “future nurse.”

scholarly journals Use of a modified Delphi approach to develop research priorities for the Association of Coloproctology of Great Britain and Ireland

2014 ◽  
Vol 16 (12) ◽  
pp. 965-970 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Tiernan ◽  
A. Cook ◽  
I. Geh ◽  
B. George ◽  
L. Magill ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Great Britain ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
Delphi Approach

scholarly journals Use of a modified Delphi approach to develop research priorities in HPB surgery across the United Kingdom

HPB ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 21 (11) ◽  
pp. 1446-1452 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen R. Knight ◽  
Samir Pathak ◽  
Alan Christie ◽  
Louise Jones ◽  
Jonathan Rees ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United Kingdom ◽  
Research Priorities ◽  
Modified Delphi ◽  
The United Kingdom ◽  
Delphi Approach
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