Lisa Morais Fernandes Oliveira, Francielle Silvestre Verner, Pedro Henrique Berbert de Carvalho, Rafael Binato Junqueira
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Abstract
There is a scarcity of data regarding knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of endodontists about cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT), which may be related to the lack of valid and reliable measures. The present study aimed to develop and validate a KAP measure about CBCT. The developed measure showed good content validity and was administered to 506 endodontists. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis revealed a factorial structure composed of three factors (KAP) with 13 items. The measure showed evidence of good internal consistency and discriminant validity, being able to accurately discriminate KAP according to the length of experience and level of education. Taken together, results provided evidence of good psychometric properties of a new KAP measure regarding CBCT, allowing future research in the field.
期刊介绍：
The Australian Endodontic Journal provides a forum for communication in the different fields that encompass endodontics for all specialists and dentists with an interest in the morphology, physiology, and pathology of the human tooth, in particular the dental pulp, root and peri-radicular tissues.
The Journal features regular clinical updates, research reports and case reports from authors worldwide, and also publishes meeting abstracts, society news and historical endodontic glimpses.
The Australian Endodontic Journal is a publication for dentists in general and specialist practice devoted solely to endodontics. It aims to promote communication in the different fields that encompass endodontics for those dentists who have a special interest in endodontics.
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