Investigation of Knowledge and Practices Regarding Pediatric Osteoporosis in Türkiye

NCT06699225 | Completed

• 1 other identifier: 2024/24-703
• Study Type: observational
• Target: 321
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

The goal of this observational- cross sectional study is to investigate the knowledge and practices of physicians in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM\&R), Pediatrics, and Orthopedics regarding pediatric osteoporosis. The main question it aims to answer is: What are the levels of knowledge and approaches of physicians in PM\&R, Pediatrics, and Orthopedics regarding pediatric osteoporosis, and how can a psychometrically valid and reliable data collection tool be developed to measure these? Participants, including PM\&R, Pediatrics, and Orthopedics physicians, will complete an online questionnaire consisting of demographic and clinical practice questions, as well as items measuring their knowledge about pediatric osteoporosis. The study also includes a pilot test with a subset of participants to evaluate the clarity and reliability of the questionnaire.

Conditions

Osteoporosis; Pediatric

Keywords

pediatric osteoporosis; knowlage assesment tool; pm&r; pediatry; orthopedics

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Level of knowledge and practices of physicians in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), Pediatrics, and Orthopedics regarding pediatric osteoporosis.

  This outcome will likely be measured by: The total score obtained from the Pediatric Osteoporosis Knowledge and Practice Assessment Scale, which evaluates knowledge in the domains of general information and diagnosis, risk factors, assessment, and treatment.

  From October 2024 to November 2024

Secondary Outcomes (1)

• Validation and reliability of the Pediatric Osteoporosis Knowledge and Practice Assessment Scale as a psychometric tool

  From October 2024 to November 2024

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 25 Years - 70 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64), Older Adult (65+)
• Sampling Method: Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

The study population consists of licensed physicians specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM\&R), Pediatrics, and Orthopedics who are actively practicing and involved in the care of patients where knowledge about pediatric osteoporosis is relevant. Participants are recruited online through professional networks, medical organizations, and personal invitations. The study is conducted using an online survey format to ensure accessibility and convenience for participants. The target population includes both early-career and experienced physicians to comprehensively assess the knowledge and practices across different levels of expertise.

You may qualify if:

• Physicians specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM\&R), Pediatrics, or Orthopedics
• Able to read and understand the language in which the questionnaire is provided,
• Internet access to complete the online survey distributed via Google Forms
• Willing to participate and provide informed consent
• Actively practicing in their respective specialty.
• Involved in the care of patients where knowledge about pediatric osteoporosis is relevant

You may not qualify if:

• Surveys with incomplete or inconsistent answers that do not meet the study's data quality standards
• Participants who have been involved in the development or validation of the Pediatric Osteoporosis Knowledge and Practice Assessment Scale

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital: lead

Study Sites (1)

Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

Istanbul, 34098, Turkey (Türkiye)

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Osteoporosis; Juvenile osteoporosis

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Bone Diseases, Metabolic; Bone Diseases; Musculoskeletal Diseases; Metabolic Diseases; Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases

Study Officials

• Aslinur Keles Ercisli

  Fatih Sultan Mehmet Training and Research Hospital

  PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

• Study Type: observational
• Observational Model: CASE ONLY
• Time Perspective: CROSS SECTIONAL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Medical doctor

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 19, 2024
• First Posted: November 21, 2024
• Study Start: October 24, 2024
• Primary Completion: November 14, 2024
• Study Completion: November 20, 2024
• Last Updated: February 24, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-02

Locations

TU (1)