Can “YouTube” Help Patients and Relatives with PEG Use and Care at Home?

Muhammed Emin Zora; Bülent Hanedan

doi:10.5281/zenodo.15104959

Authors

Muhammed Emin Zora Usak University
Bülent Hanedan Konya City Hospital, Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2206-5393

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15104959

Keywords:

Caregivers, Gastrostomy, Patient Discharge, Social Media, YouTube

Abstract

Objective: This study evaluates YouTube videos on gastrostomy care, focusing on their key components and usability, with particular attention to caregivers' challenges during post-discharge care. The primary goal is to assess the quality and usefulness of these videos and identify resources that effectively support caregivers in managing gastrostomy care after discharge.

Material and Methods: The first five pages of YouTube search results were analyzed based on specific criteria. Between January 19 and 29, 2023, videos were analyzed using search terms related to "peg tube," "percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy tube," "gastrostomy tube," "g-tube," and "stomach tube." Each video was evaluated using a scoring system, assigning 2 points for major criteria and 1 point for minor criteria. Videos meeting the major criteria and scoring 13 or higher were considered useful.

Results: 500 videos, 219 (43%) met the inclusion criteria, with 101 classified as useful. Useful videos tended to have higher view counts, longer durations, and better scores. Videos from individual sources were less likely to be categorized as useful. Significant correlations were identified between the total video score and metrics such as views, daily views, Video Power Index (VPI), and overall score, with strong interobserver agreement observed.

Discussion and Conclusion: Viewer preferences strongly correlate with video efficacy, underscoring the importance of effective search techniques in making YouTube a valuable resource for PEG care. The study highlights the critical role of source credibility and viewer engagement, particularly given that PEG supports safe long-term enteral nutrition while placing significant responsibilities on caregivers post-discharge.

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