Análise de aplicativos para smartphones de exames radiográficos

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: The study aimed to analyze free Radiography applications available on Google Play in Portuguese, using criteria based on ISO 9126, focusing on functionality, usability, and efficiency. The research sought to identify which applications offer the best performance, the most comprehensive content, and the greatest usefulness for students and professionals in the radiological field. METHODOLOGY: The work employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive character, selecting 14 applications found using the keyword “Radiography,” of which four met the inclusion criteria. The apps were evaluated regarding their functionalities, navigation structure, ease of use, and performance during basic operations. ISO 9126 was partially applied, using three of its six parameters—functionality, usability, and efficiency—as they were most appropriate for the study’s objectives. RESULTS: The IMAIOS e-Anatomy and IMAIOS vet-Anatomy applications presented a wide variety of images, high visual quality, and excellent usability, being recognized for their anatomical precision and detailed content. The Radiologia Aplicada app stood out for its broad theoretical content and additional features, such as a glossary, quiz, and radiological techniques; however, it contains outdated content, such as old regulations and obsolete terminology. The RX – Radiologia Posicionamento application demonstrated strong performance in detailing radiographic protocols, offering comprehensive technical parameters and an interactive 3D model. All applications showed good efficiency, with no significant crashes, although some include advertisements or paid full versions. CONCLUSION: The analyzed applications proved useful for radiological learning, offering easy access to anatomical, theoretical, and technical content. Despite limitations such as locked features and outdated information in some cases, they all contribute to democratizing knowledge in Radiology, serving as complementary tools for academic study and professional practice.