Abstract
Background There is a shortage of information on infertility targeted at men on the Internet, and the quality of websites on fertility-related information varies. This may lead men to seek information on the Internet, as the anonymity of online forums may appeal to some men. However, this information is not a substitute for proper diagnosis and treatment. Aim To examine whether online information on male infertility on private or university infertility clinics in Finland, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden is readable, suitable, and of good quality. Methods A cross-sectional design was used to evaluate 83 fertility clinics’ websites focusing on male infertility by using the Suitability Assessment of Materials (SAM), and the DISCERN instrument. Results The results indicated that information pertaining to male infertility was scarce but had an “adequate” readability and was easy to comprehend. The findings also pinpoint several elements on websites that necessitate enhancement, notably updated evidence-based information. Conclusions The conclusion was that the information on the websites must be reliable, so that men can base their choices concerning their fertility issues on trustworthy facts. It is crucial that healthcare professionals develop high-quality sources of information regarding male infertility.
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