Fenton JE, O'Connor A, Ullah I, Ahmed I, Shaikh M "Do citation classics in rhinology reflect utility rather than quality? " RHINOLOGY 43 (3): 221-224 SEP 2005

[Eugene Garfield]

J.E. Fenton : john.fenton at mailh.hse.ie



Title: Do citation classics in rhinology reflect utility rather than
quality?

Author(s): Fenton JE, O'Connor A, Ullah I, Ahmed I, Shaikh M

Source: RHINOLOGY 43 (3): 221-224 SEP 2005

Document Type: Article    Language: English
Cited References: 25      Times Cited: 0

Abstract:
Citation rates have been suggested to be more of an indicator of utility
than quality. The aim of this study was to apply measures of utility and
quality to articles identified as citation classics in rhinology/anterior
skull base surgery. There were 14 articles analysed in the study. The
assessment of quality was performed by combining factors from previous
publications on quality assessment and the various elements were
categorised into four groups; quality of written article and publication,
quality of research, quality of evidence-based methodology and quality of
outcome. This study revealed that citation classics in rhinology/anterior
skull base surgery were well-written and satisfied peer review in reputable
journals in the specialty. Quality is satisfied by clarity of exposition
and patient numbers. The research was generally asking an important
question and the methodology overall was adequate and appropriate for the
type of study performed. A good quality of research and outcome was
demonstrated with a definite historical importance, and reports that
stimulated further research and enquiry. Quality is not satisfied by the
lack of randomised controlled trials, appropriate statistical analysis or
patient criteria. In conclusion citation rates when considered as an
individual measure, reflect utility rather than quality.

Addresses: Fenton JE (reprint author), Mid Western Reg Gen Hosp, Dept
Otolaryngol Head & Neck Surg, Limerick, Ireland
Mid Western Reg Gen Hosp, Dept Otolaryngol Head & Neck Surg, Limerick,
Ireland
Natl Inst Hlth Sci, Limerick, Ireland

E-mail Addresses: john.fenton at mailh.hse.ie

Publisher: INT RHINOLOGIC SOC, UNIV MEDICAL CENTER UTRECHT, RM G05 127,
DEPT OTORHINOL, HEIDELBERGLAAN 100, 3584 CX UTRECHT, NETHERLANDS
Subject Category: OTORHINOLARYNGOLOGY
IDS Number: 972IR
ISSN: 0300-0729


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