Modified Delphi survey for decision analysis for prophylaxis of post-radiation osteonecrosis

Abstract Background Home exposure to secondhand smoke (SHS) is highly prevalent amongst pregnant women in low- and middle-income countries like India and Bangladesh. The literature on the efficacy of behaviour change interventions to reduce home exposure to SHS in pregnancy is scarce. Methods We employed a theory and evidence-based approach to develop an intervention using pregnant women as agents of change for their husband’s smoking behaviours at home. A systematic review of SHS behaviour change interventions led us to focus on developing a multicomponent intervention and informed selection of behaviour change techniques (BCTs) for review in a modified Delphi survey. The modified Delphi survey provided expert consensus on the most effective BCTs in reducing home exposure to SHS. Finally, a qualitative interview study provided context and detailed understanding of knowledge, attitudes and practices around SHS. This insight informed the content and delivery of the proposed intervention components. Results The final intervention consisted of four components: a report on saliva cotinine levels of the pregnant woman, a picture booklet containing information about SHS and its impact on health as well strategies to negotiate a smoke-free home, a letter from the future baby to their father encouraging him to provide a smoke-free home, and automated voice reminder and motivational messages delivered to husbands on their mobile phone. Intervention delivery was in a single face-to-face session with a research assistant who explained the cotinine report, discussed key strategies for ensuring a smoke-free environment at home and practised with pregnant women how they would share the booklet and letter with their husband and supportive family members. Conclusion A theory and evidence-based approach informed the development of a multicomponent behaviour change intervention, described here. The acceptability and feasibility of the intervention which was subsequently tested in a pilot RCT in India and Bangladesh will be published later.

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A Modified Delphi Survey on the Signs and Symptoms of Low Back Pain: Indicators for an Interventional Management Approach

Pain Practice ◽

10.1111/papr.12135 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 15 (1) ◽

pp. 12-21 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

José Cid ◽

José L. De La Calle ◽

Esther López ◽

Cristina Del Pozo ◽

Alfredo Perucho ◽

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Keyword(s):

Low Back Pain ◽

Back Pain ◽

Signs And Symptoms ◽

Delphi Survey ◽

Management Approach ◽

Low Back ◽

Modified Delphi ◽

Interventional Management

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PRO151 PROJECT HERCULES: A MODIFIED DELPHI SURVEY TO INFORM A BURDEN-OF-ILLNESS STUDY IN DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYSTROPHY

Value in Health ◽

10.1016/j.jval.2019.09.2480 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 22 ◽

pp. S870

Author(s):

J. Evans ◽

A. Rose ◽

A. Martin ◽

J. O'Hara ◽

F. Chandler ◽

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Keyword(s):

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy ◽

Muscular Dystrophy ◽

Burden Of Illness ◽

Delphi Survey ◽

Modified Delphi ◽

Illness Study

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Stop smoking practitioner consensus on barriers and facilitators to smoking cessation in pregnancy and how to address these: A modified Delphi survey

Addictive Behaviors Reports ◽

10.1016/j.abrep.2019.100164 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 9 ◽

pp. 100164

Author(s):

Libby Fergie ◽

Katarzyna A. Campbell ◽

Tom Coleman-Haynes ◽

Michael Ussher ◽

Sue Cooper ◽

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Keyword(s):

Smoking Cessation ◽

Delphi Survey ◽

Barriers And Facilitators ◽

Modified Delphi ◽

Stop Smoking ◽

In Pregnancy

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Defining predatory journals and responding to the threat they pose: a modified Delphi consensus process

BMJ Open ◽

10.1136/bmjopen-2019-035561 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 10 (2) ◽

pp. e035561 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Samantha Cukier ◽

Manoj Lalu ◽

Gregory L Bryson ◽

Kelly D Cobey ◽

Agnes Grudniewicz ◽

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Keyword(s):

Delphi Survey ◽

Educational Outreach ◽

Consensus Definition ◽

Ongoing Research ◽

Predatory Journals ◽

Policy Initiatives ◽

International Group ◽

Modified Delphi ◽

Definition Of ◽

Predatory Journal

ObjectiveTo conduct a Delphi survey informing a consensus definition of predatory journals and publishers.DesignThis is a modified three-round Delphi survey delivered online for the first two rounds and in-person for the third round. Questions encompassed three themes: (1) predatory journal definition; (2) educational outreach and policy initiatives on predatory publishing; and (3) developing technological solutions to stop submissions to predatory journals and other low-quality journals.ParticipantsThrough snowball and purposive sampling of targeted experts, we identified 45 noted experts in predatory journals and journalology. The international group included funders, academics and representatives of academic institutions, librarians and information scientists, policy makers, journal editors, publishers, researchers involved in studying predatory journals and legitimate journals, and patient partners. In addition, 198 authors of articles discussing predatory journals were invited to participate in round 1.ResultsA total of 115 individuals (107 in round 1 and 45 in rounds 2 and 3) completed the survey on predatory journals and publishers. We reached consensus on 18 items out of a total of 33 to be included in a consensus definition of predatory journals and publishers. We came to consensus on educational outreach and policy initiatives on which to focus, including the development of a single checklist to detect predatory journals and publishers, and public funding to support research in this general area. We identified technological solutions to address the problem: a ‘one-stop-shop’ website to consolidate information on the topic and a ‘predatory journal research observatory’ to identify ongoing research and analysis about predatory journals/publishers.ConclusionsIn bringing together an international group of diverse stakeholders, we were able to use a modified Delphi process to inform the development of a definition of predatory journals and publishers. This definition will help institutions, funders and other stakeholders generate practical guidance on avoiding predatory journals and publishers.

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The Formation of an E-portfolio Indicator for Malaysia Skills Certificate: A Modified Delphi Survey

Procedia - Social and Behavioral Sciences ◽

10.1016/j.sbspro.2015.01.660 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 174 ◽

pp. 290-297 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

R. Mohd Bekri ◽

M.Y. Ruhizan ◽

M.N. Norazah ◽

Helmi Norman ◽

Y. Faizal Amin Nur ◽

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Keyword(s):

Delphi Survey ◽

Modified Delphi

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Modified Delphi Survey on Key Attributes for Selection of Water-treatment Technologies for Horticulture Irrigation

HortTechnology ◽

10.21273/horttech.24.3.355 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 24 (3) ◽

pp. 355-368 ◽

Cited By ~ 5

Author(s):

Rosa E. Raudales ◽

Tracy A. Irani ◽

Charles R. Hall ◽

Paul R. Fisher

Keyword(s):

Experimental Data ◽

Water Treatment ◽

Membrane Filtration ◽

Expert Panel ◽

Delphi Survey ◽

Water Soluble ◽

Modified Delphi ◽

Wide Range ◽

Treatment Technologies ◽

Water Treatments

A wide range of water-treatment technologies is used to control waterborne microbial problems in greenhouse and nursery irrigation. An online modified Delphi survey was carried out to identify the perceived key attributes that growers should consider when selecting among water-treatment technologies and to characterize a list of 14 technologies based on those same attributes. The expert panel consisted of ornamental plant growers (n = 43), water-treatment industry suppliers (n = 28), and research and extension faculty (n = 34). The survey was delivered to the expert panel in two rounds. Response rate was 59% and 60% for the first and second rounds, respectively. Growers identified control of plant disease, algae, and biofilm as primary reasons for adopting technologies, whereas mandatory regulation was not a major reason for adoption. All 23 attributes (related to cost, system size, control of microorganisms, chemistry, ease of use, and regulation) were perceived to be important when selecting between water-treatment technologies. Injectable sanitizing chemicals such as chlorination were considered to have low capital cost, unlike technologies that required installation of more complex equipment, such as heat treatment, hydrogen peroxide, ozone, reverse osmosis, or ultraviolet radiation. Filtration (excluding membrane filtration) was the only technology not perceived to be effective to control microorganisms. Filtration and copper were not considered effective to control human food-safety pathogens. Ozone was rated the highest as a technology that removes or oxidizes agrochemicals. Chemical water treatments, as opposed to physical water treatments, were perceived to be sensitive to water quality parameters and to have residual effect through the irrigation. Chlorine gas was perceived to be the only technology for which regulatory permission would be an obstacle. All technologies were perceived to be effective in water with low electrical conductivity (EC) or in solutions containing water-soluble fertilizers. This survey documents perceived attributes of water-treatment technologies, which are most useful where experimental data are not yet available. Research and outreach needs were highlighted by cases where perceived attributes differed from available experimental data or where there was a lack of consensus between experts.

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