Şule Barman KAKIL, Neşe ARSLAN, Ayşe Nur ÇOBAN
Annals of Clinical and Analytical Medicine - 2026;17(10):1036-1041
Aim: To conduct the first systematic evaluation of YouTube videos on orbital blow-out fractures, using validated tools to assess their educational quality and reliability. Methods: A structured YouTube search was conducted using relevant keywords to identify videos on orbital blow-out fractures. A total of 100 English-language videos were included based on predefined inclusion criteria. Each video was independently evaluated by two ophthalmologists using three validated tools: the DISCERN instrument, Global Quality Score (GQS), and JAMA Benchmark Criteria. Video characteristics, including source, content type, and narration format, were also recorded and analyzed. Results: GQS scores indicated that 51% of videos were high quality, 27% were low quality, and 22% were moderate quality. Videos from healthcare professionals and academic sources achieved significantly higher scores. Educational and surgical demonstration videos outperformed patient testimonials ( P < .001). No correlation was found between viewership metrics and quality. Conclusion: This is the first study to systematically assess YouTube content on orbital blow-out fractures. Despite its accessibility, YouTube hosts highly variable content quality, underscoring the need for expert-driven, evidence-based educational materials.
