Abstract: PUB080
Examining Global and Regional Interest in Kidney Transplantation Awareness
Session Information
Category: Augmented Intelligence, Digital Health, and Data Science
- 300 Augmented Intelligence, Digital Health, and Data Science
Authors
- Garcia Valencia, Oscar Alejandro, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Thongprayoon, Charat, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Miao, Jing, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Leeaphorn, Napat, Mayo Clinic in Florida, Jacksonville, Florida, United States
- Budhiraja, Pooja, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
- Suppadungsuk, Supawadee, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Craici, Iasmina, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, Minnesota, United States
- Cheungpasitporn, Wisit, Mayo Clinic Minnesota, Rochester, Minnesota, United States
Background
Kidney transplantation is a vital treatment for end-stage kidney disease, offering enhanced quality of life and survival rates. Given the increasing use of the internet for health-related information, analyzing online search trends can provide insights into public engagement and awareness. This study used Google Trends™ to examine global and regional interest in kidney transplantation.
Methods
A comprehensive investigation using the phrase "kidney transplantation" was conducted on Google Trends, covering the period from its creation in January 2004 until March 2024. The analysis was centered on global engagement, with a detailed examination of patterns across regions and nations. The interest was assessed using Google Trends indices, with each data point reflecting a monthly search volume score
Results
Across the two decades, a dynamic fluctuation in global interest was observed, marked by significant peaks and valleys. The highest interest occurred in March 2024, reaching an index score of 100, while the lowest was recorded in December 2012 with a score of 35. A pronounced increase in interest was seen in March 2024 when compared to the same period in 2023 (escalating from 69 to 100) suggesting an increase in global attention towards kidney transplantation. Regional analysis highlighted distinct variations with South Dakota, Missouri, and Maryland leading in the United States. Globally, Sudan, Nepal, and Pakistan emerged as the countries with the highest interest with the US ranking sixth.
Conclusion
The study reveals a significant global and regional interest in kidney transplantation, highlighted by recent peaks in search volume. The variations in interest levels may reflect differences in healthcare needs, awareness, and resource availability. This study provides valuable insights into the global and regional landscape of kidney transplantation interest, emphasizing the importance of harnessing online platforms to enhance public awareness, education, and engagement.