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Al-Wagdi BE, Al-Hanawi MK. Knowledge, attitude and practice toward diabetes among the public in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1326675. [PMID: 38694982 PMCID: PMC11061416 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1326675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2023] [Accepted: 04/01/2024] [Indexed: 05/04/2024] Open
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Background The increasing adoption of sedentary lifestyles and cultural shifts has fostered unhealthy habits and decreased physical activity, consequently exacerbating the prevalence of diabetes. Diabetes is currently one of the top 10 diseases worldwide, contributing significantly to both mortality and morbidity. Since diabetes hinges on self-care, possessing the right knowledge, attitude, and habits related to the disease is paramount. This study, therefore, aims to examine the knowledge, attitude, and practice of diabetes among the population of Saudi Arabia. Methods The study utilized data from a cross-sectional study conducted via an online self-reported questionnaire among the general population of Saudi Arabia. The study primarily used univariate and multivariable regression data analyses. Univariate analysis was employed to compile social and demographic statistics frequencies, while One-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) was used to assess mean differences in knowledge, attitudes, and practices scores. Furthermore, a multivariable linear regression analysis was executed to identify factors associated with knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Results The mean score for diabetes knowledge was 17.79 (SD = 5.39, range: 0-29), with an overall accuracy rate of 61.34%. The mean attitude score for diabetes was 2.33 (SD = 1.91, range: 0-7), while the mean score for diabetes practices was 2.58 (SD = 1.28, range: 0-4). The multivariate analyses reveal distinct variations in knowledge, attitudes, and practices of diabetes among participants based on their gender, education, marital status, income, diabetes patient status, and having a medical field-related education. Conclusion High knowledge scores do not necessarily equate to positive attitudes and practices related to diabetes. There is need for intensified care and the implementation of specialized educational programs that emphasize the importance of having the right attitude and engaging in the good diabetes practices.
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- Bashayer Ebraheem Al-Wagdi
- Department of Health Services and Hospital Administration, Faculty of Economics and Administration, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Physical Therapy Department, Ahad Rafidah General Hospital, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Health Services and Hospital Administration, Faculty of Economics and Administration, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Health Economics Research Group, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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Gnonlonfoun DD, Sowanou A, Gnigone P, Gbessemehlan A, Choki B, Agbetou M, Houeze R, Agassounon R, Metogbe Hountovo A, Adoukonou T, Magne J, Boumediene F, Preux PM, Houinato D. Knowledge, attitudes and practices of general practitioners on peripheral neuropathies in Benin in 2021. Int J Neurosci 2024:1-9. [PMID: 38465511 DOI: 10.1080/00207454.2024.2328709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2023] [Accepted: 03/05/2024] [Indexed: 03/12/2024]
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PURPOSE First healthcare actors in neurological diseases management, General Practitioners (GPs) still limited in the assessment of Peripheral Neuropathies (PN). This study assesses the knowledge, attitudes, practices (KAP) of GPs on PN in Benin in 2021 and identifying associated factors to low KAP. MATERIALS AND METHODS It was a cross-sectional study conducted from 20 November 2020 to 30 June 2021 which included GPs registered in the National Order of Physicians in Benin and interns in last year of medical studies (MS). An overall KAP score of 24 points was derived. KAP levels were low (score < 17), medium (17 to 19) and high (score ≥ 20). Multivariable regression models were performed to identify factors associated with low KAP. RESULTS 645/1,066 participants (60.5%) were included in the study with median age 28 years [Interquartile range IQR: 26-30 years], and 442 (68.5%) were male. The KAP level was low in 70.1%. 16.7% had a low knowledge of polyneuropathy manifestations, 35% perceived PN as an incurable disease. Lack of knowledge on PN before MS (adjusted Odds-ratio aOR = 1.6 [95% confidence interval CI: 1.1-2.3]), and no postgraduate training on PN (aOR = 1.8 [95% CI: 1.--3.0]) were associated with low overall KAP level. Working in rural area (aOR = 0.4 [95%CI: 0.2-0.7]), and being an intern (aOR = 0.6 [95%CI: 0.4-0.9]) were associated with better overall KAP level. CONCLUSION This study highlights the need for better training with strong emphasis on PN during the MS and the organization of postgraduate training for GPs; the cornerstone for improving the management of PN in Benin.
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- Dieu Donné Gnonlonfoun
- Laboratory of Epidemiology of Chronic and Neurological Diseases, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou, Benin
- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
- Inserm U1094, IRD U270, Univ. Limoges, EpiMaCT - Epidemiology of chronic diseases in tropical areas, Institute of Epidemiology and Tropical Neurology, OmegaHealth, Limoges, France
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- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
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- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology of Chronic and Neurological Diseases, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou, Benin
- Inserm U1094, IRD U270, Univ. Limoges, EpiMaCT - Epidemiology of chronic diseases in tropical areas, Institute of Epidemiology and Tropical Neurology, OmegaHealth, Limoges, France
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- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
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- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
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- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
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- Inserm U1094, IRD U270, Univ. Limoges, EpiMaCT - Epidemiology of chronic diseases in tropical areas, Institute of Epidemiology and Tropical Neurology, OmegaHealth, Limoges, France
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- Inserm U1094, IRD U270, Univ. Limoges, EpiMaCT - Epidemiology of chronic diseases in tropical areas, Institute of Epidemiology and Tropical Neurology, OmegaHealth, Limoges, France
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- Inserm U1094, IRD U270, Univ. Limoges, EpiMaCT - Epidemiology of chronic diseases in tropical areas, Institute of Epidemiology and Tropical Neurology, OmegaHealth, Limoges, France
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- Laboratory of Epidemiology of Chronic and Neurological Diseases, University of Abomey-Calavi, Cotonou, Benin
- University Neurology Clinic of the CNHU-HKM of Cotonou, Cotonou, Benin
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Haghighinejad H, Malekpour F, Jooya P. Evaluation of the knowledge and practice of family physicians in the management of diabetes mellitus type 2 in Iran. BMC PRIMARY CARE 2023; 24:222. [PMID: 37891459 PMCID: PMC10612364 DOI: 10.1186/s12875-023-02183-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND The increasing prevalence and occurrence of type 2 diabetes has made it a widespread epidemic. Being the first line of care, family doctors can play an essential role in this field. The knowledge of these doctors about how to deal with the prevention, diagnosis, and correct treatment of patients is fundamental in reducing the burden of this disease in the community. In this study, we decided to evaluate the knowledge and practice of family doctors in Shiraz-Iran and its related factors in managing Diabetes. METHOD This analytical cross-sectional study was conducted among family doctors of two primary healthcare centers, Shahadai Wal-Fajr Health Center and the Enghlab Health Center in Shiraz, Iran, from March 2021 to August 2021. A researcher-designed diabetes questionnaire consisting of 21 items and a data collection form including demographic information and other related factors was used in this study. An interviewer asked the questions from participants at their workplace and completed the questionnaires. The data were analyzed by SPSS-20 software. A linear regression test was used to investigate the factors affecting the questionnaire score. A one-way ANOVA test was used to compare questionnaire scores among multiple groups. RESULTS On average, the participants obtained 62.5% of the total score. The average scores for each question in the screening, the diagnosis, and the treatment sections were 0.5 ± 0.28, 0.65 ± 0.2, and 0.66 ± 0.17, respectively. Physicians' knowledge about the blood sugar threshold for diagnosing Diabetes was suboptimal, and 81.9, 47, 43 correctly mentioned the FBS, 2hrpp BS, and HbA1c threshold, respectively. Although 95% knew the first line medication but 33.6% prescribed 2nd or 3rd medication for DM treatment. Only 43% knew the goal of therapy. Sixty-three doctors (42%) have not registered any referrals for newly diagnosed uncomplicated diabetic patients, and 37.6% referred these new DM cases to an internist or endocrinologist at the first visit. Microvascular complication screening, such as testing for microalbuminuria and ophthalmologist consultation reported by 32. 89% and 8% of physicians, respectively. Years since graduation was the determining factor of the knowledge level of doctors in this study. Regarding the preferred education method, most participants selected the workshop method as the preferred training method. Virtual education was ranked as the second preferred educational method. CONCLUSION The knowledge and practice of general family doctors were lower than the optimal level in diabetes screening, diagnosis, and treatment. In the treatment of patients, the knowledge of most of the physicians was appropriate in the early stages of treatment, such as determining the time to start the medication and the first line of treatment, but in the follow-up and more advanced treatment, the knowledge and performance of the doctors were less than expected. They prefer to refer patients to higher levels in the healthcare system. Recently graduated physicians had better knowledge and approach to DM management. Therefore, effective periodic training should be conducted as soon as possible to address this pitfall and improve the quality of care. Workshops and virtual education were the most preferred education methods from the participants' points of view. So, it is suggested that these methods be used as the first training methods. Implementing the specialty training program for family medicine (which has been started in our country for a few years) is the best final solution. In addition, A clinical guideline should be designed for family physicians highlighting these physicians' roles in the management of Diabetes.
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- Hourvash Haghighinejad
- Department of Family Medicine, Shiraz Medical School, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran.
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- Department of Family Medicine, Shiraz Medical School, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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- Department of Family Medicine, Shiraz Medical School, Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Shiraz, Iran
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Pi L, Yan J, Fei D, Zheng Y, Shi X, Wang Z, Zhou Z. Primary care providers' knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to prediabetes in China: A cross-sectional study. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1086147. [PMID: 36908444 PMCID: PMC9995854 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1086147] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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Background The management of prediabetes has great clinical significance, and primary care providers (PCPs) play important roles in the management and prevention of diabetes in China. Nevertheless, little is known about PCPs' knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) regarding prediabetes. This cross-sectional study aimed to assess the KAP regarding prediabetes among PCPs in the Central China region. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted using self-administered KAP questionnaires among PCPs from Central China region. Results In total, 720 PCPs completed the survey. Most physicians (85.8%) claimed to be aware of the adverse effects of prediabetes and reported positive attitudes toward prediabetes prevention, but the PCPs' knowledge of prediabetes and management practices showed substantial gaps. The prediabetes knowledge level and practice subscale scores of the PCPs were only 54.7% and 32.6%, respectively, of the corresponding optimal scores. Female PCPs showed higher prediabetes knowledge level scores (p = 0.04) and better practice scores (p = 0.038). Knowledge and attitude scores were inversely correlated with participants' age and duration of practice (p < 0.001). The PCPs who served in township hospitals had significantly higher knowledge and attitude scores than those who served in village clinics (p < 0.001). Furthermore, knowledge and practice scores increased with increasing professional titles. Recent continuing medical education (CME) attendance had a significant positive influence on knowledge of prediabetes (p = 0.029), but more than four-fifths of the surveyed PCPs did not participate in diabetes-related CME in the past year. Conclusions Substantial gaps were observed in PCPs' knowledge and practices regarding prediabetes in the Central China region. CME programmes were under-utilized by PCPs. Structured programmes are required to improve PCPs' prediabetes-related knowledge and practices in China.
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- Linhua Pi
- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Key Laboratory of Diabetes Immunology (Central South University), Ministry of Education, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Changsha, China
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- Department of Metabolic Endocrinology, The First People's Hospital of Pingjiang, Yueyang, China
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- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Clinical Nursing Teaching and Research Section, The Second Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Center for Medical Research, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Key Laboratory of Diabetes Immunology (Central South University), Ministry of Education, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Changsha, China
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- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Key Laboratory of Diabetes Immunology (Central South University), Ministry of Education, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Changsha, China
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- Department of Metabolism and Endocrinology, The Second Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China.,Key Laboratory of Diabetes Immunology (Central South University), Ministry of Education, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Metabolic Diseases, Changsha, China
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Alsheikh S, AlGhofili H, Alageel R, Ababtain O, Alarify G, Alwehaibi N, Altoijry A. Diabetic Foot Care: A Screening on Primary Care Providers' Attitude and Practice in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2022; 59:medicina59010064. [PMID: 36676687 PMCID: PMC9861771 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59010064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2022] [Revised: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/25/2022] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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Background and Objectives: Diabetic foot (DF) disease is one of the myriad complications of diabetes. Positive outcomes are expected through a multidisciplinary approach as provided by primary care providers (PCPs). This study aimed to assess the knowledge of DF and attitude of physicians in primary healthcare settings toward DF diagnosis and prevention in Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: This observational cross-sectional study used a self-administered questionnaire that was completed by family medicine consultants, residents, and general practitioners working in primary care settings in Riyadh. Results: Of the 152 physicians who completed the survey, (43.4%) completed more than 10 h of diabetes continuing medical education (CME) over the past three years. Most (96.1%) PCPs educate patients about foot self-inspection, and only (64.5%) perform foot inspection at every visit in high-risk diabetic foot patients. PCP knowledge about diagnosing and managing diabetic foot infection was suboptimal. Only 53.9% of participants reported performing a probe-to-bone in DF patients with open wounds. Conclusions: We identified knowledge and action gaps among PCPs. Physicians had acceptable knowledge about preventive measures. However, deficits were found regarding diagnosing and management of DF infections. We recommend addressing these knowledge gaps by incorporating DF lectures and workshops within family medicine conferences and residency programs.
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- Sultan Alsheikh
- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11322, Saudi Arabia
- Correspondence: ; Tel./Fax: +966-114671585
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, King Salman Heart Center, King Fahad Medical City, Riyadh 12231, Saudi Arabia
- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON 11525, Canada
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11322, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11322, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11322, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11322, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Surgery, King Fahad Specialist Hospital, Buraidah 52366, Saudi Arabia
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- Division of Vascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine, King Saud University, Riyadh 11322, Saudi Arabia
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Aljehani F, Alsulaiman A, Alqarni A, Almutairi F, Samkari M. Survey of Primary Care Physicians' Screening and Treatment Practices for Prediabetes in Saudi Arabia. Cureus 2022; 14:e21475. [PMID: 35106257 PMCID: PMC8786395 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/21/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background Prediabetes is defined as a condition in which glucose levels do not fulfill the criteria for type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), indicating that the patient is at an increased risk of developing T2DM. The risk of developing T2DM can be decreased by adequately managing prediabetes. This study aimed to assess screening and therapeutic approaches to prediabetes among primary care physicians in Saudi Arabia because there is little contemporary data available on this topic. Methodology A cross-sectional study was performed among primary care physicians in Saudi Arabia. The participants completed a validated online survey questionnaire via Google Forms. Data collected included participants' demographic information, knowledge of T2DM risk factors, and opinions and beliefs on prediabetes management. Results In total, 155 primary care physicians responded to the questionnaire; 51% were male, 18.7% worked in Riyadh City, and 81.3% specialized in family medicine. Most study respondents (71.9%) were residents, and 64.5% worked for the Ministry of Health. Overall, 93.5% of the respondents had completed part of their postgraduate training in Saudi Arabia. Moreover, 27.7% of the respondents were aware of all nine risk factors associated with T2DM. The correct fasting glucose and hemoglobin A1c ranges for the diagnosis of prediabetes were identified by 50% and 43.6% of participants, respectively. Most respondents believed lifestyle modification and metformin to be the most effective management approaches to prediabetes, whereas lack of motivation toward lifestyle changes was deemed to be a major barrier. Conclusions We found significant gaps in primary care physicians' knowledge regarding prediabetes in Saudi Arabia, contributing to underscreening of the condition and undertreatment. Identifying these gaps is essential for focussing educational endeavors toward primary care physicians.
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- Faisal Aljehani
- College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, SAU
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- College of Medicine, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, SAU
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- Health Program and Chronic Disease Adminstration, Public Health Administration at Saudi Ministry of Health, Jeddah, SAU
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Thirunavukkarasu A, Almulhim AK, Albalawi FA, Alruwaili ZM, Almajed OA, Alruwaili SH, Almugharriq MM, Alruwaili AS, Alkuwaykibi MK. Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices towards Diabetic Retinopathy among Primary Care Physicians of Saudi Arabia: A Multicenter Cross-Sectional Study. Healthcare (Basel) 2021; 9:healthcare9121697. [PMID: 34946423 PMCID: PMC8701346 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare9121697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Revised: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 12/07/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Primary care physicians play a vital role in preventing the progression of diabetic retinopathy (DR) from the initial stages to the late stages. This questionnaire-based analytical cross-sectional study was carried out to assess the knowledge, attitude, practices, and their correlation among 274 randomly selected primary care physicians in Saudi Arabia. Among the studied population, high knowledge, attitudes, and practice scores were observed in 21.5%, 15%, and 29.2% of the physicians, respectively. The mean knowledge score was significantly higher among the age group of less than 30 years (p = 0.031) and the female gender (p = 0.012). The attitude scores were significantly higher among the Saudi physicians (p = 0.027) and those with PHC work experience of less than five years (p < 0.001). Regarding the practices, a significant association was found among the age group of less than 30 years (p = 0.019) and Saudi physicians (p = 0.003). There was a significant positive correlation between knowledge (correlation coefficient (r) = 0.739, p < 0.001) and attitude (r = 0.479, p = 0.007) with the practice scores. It is recommended that targeted continuous medical education, workshops, and seminars are conducted on the prevention and care of DR among primary care physicians. Furthermore, an exploratory multicenter study that involves primary care physicians belonging to all ministries and private sectors is warranted.
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- Ashokkumar Thirunavukkarasu
- Department of Community and Family Medicine, College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +966-599739619
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- College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia; (F.A.A.); (Z.M.A.); (O.A.A.); (S.H.A.); (M.M.A.); (A.S.A.)
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- College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia; (F.A.A.); (Z.M.A.); (O.A.A.); (S.H.A.); (M.M.A.); (A.S.A.)
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- College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia; (F.A.A.); (Z.M.A.); (O.A.A.); (S.H.A.); (M.M.A.); (A.S.A.)
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- College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia; (F.A.A.); (Z.M.A.); (O.A.A.); (S.H.A.); (M.M.A.); (A.S.A.)
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- College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia; (F.A.A.); (Z.M.A.); (O.A.A.); (S.H.A.); (M.M.A.); (A.S.A.)
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- College of Medicine, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia; (F.A.A.); (Z.M.A.); (O.A.A.); (S.H.A.); (M.M.A.); (A.S.A.)
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Sow A, Boiro D, Sow PS, Niang B, Mbaye A, Barrage AL, Fall AL, Dieye S, Sow NF, Gueye M, Mbaye MN, Ndiaye O. Insulin therapy in childhood type 1 diabetes: Knowledge and practice in Senegal. Arch Pediatr 2021; 28:307-310. [PMID: 33715933 DOI: 10.1016/j.arcped.2021.02.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/17/2020] [Revised: 12/29/2020] [Accepted: 02/09/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Childhood type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a chronic condition with serious repercussions on both the quality of life of the child and the family. Insulin therapy is the cornerstone of optimal blood sugar control. The main objective of our study was to assess the level of knowledge of physicians about insulin therapy in diabetes. METHODS This was a multicenter survey over a period of 5 months (from March 5 to August 2, 2018). It took place in five reference university hospital centers in the Dakar region. RESULT The number of doctors interviewed in our study was 82, 47.6% of whom were confirmed pediatricians or pediatricians in the process of specialization. The number of years of experience in the field of diabetes was on average 3 years. Fast-acting regular insulins were recommended by 75.6% of doctors and mixtures of insulin (intermediate and rapid-acting) by 50% of doctors. Overall, 91% of doctors recommend a variation in insulin injection sites. The "basal bolus" treatment regimen with insulin analogs was recommended by 50% of doctors, while 31.7% recommended it with human insulin. Regarding adapting insulin doses for leisure and sports activities, more than half (54.9%) of the doctors had to reduce the doses. CONCLUSION This study enabled us to assess the level of knowledge of insulin therapy among doctors caring for children with diabetes in Senegal, which proved to be limited. We recommend the reinforcement and follow-up of training on the management of T1D for providers at the different facilities.
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- A Sow
- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal.
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Albert-Royer National Children's Hospital, Cheikh-Anta-Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Albert-Royer National Children's Hospital, Cheikh-Anta-Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Albert-Royer National Children's Hospital, Cheikh-Anta-Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Abass-Ndao Hospital Center, Cheikh Anta Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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- Albert-Royer National Children's Hospital, Cheikh-Anta-Diop Avenue, 25755 Dakar, Senegal
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Almetahr H, Almutahar E, Alkhaldi Y, Alshehri I, Assiri A, Shehata S, Alsabaani A. Impact of Diabetes Continuing Education on Primary Healthcare Physicians' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices. ADVANCES IN MEDICAL EDUCATION AND PRACTICE 2020; 11:781-790. [PMID: 33117050 PMCID: PMC7585801 DOI: 10.2147/amep.s275872] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Accepted: 10/04/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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BACKGROUND Little is known about the impact of diabetes mellitus (DM) continuing education (CE) programs on the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of primary healthcare physicians (PHPs) in the Arab world. Accordingly, we aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a diabetes CE program on the knowledge, attitudes and practices of PHPs in Aseer region, Saudi Arabia. METHODS This was a quasi-experimental study using a pre-test and post-test design. PHPs attended a three-day diabetes CE session and completed a standardized questionnaire before and after the training session. Also, their practices were assessed by reviewing the records of patients with DM before the CE program and three months later. RESULTS A total of 51 PHPs completed the CE program. The sample had a mean (± SD) age of 33.8 ± 6.0 years, and 72.5% were male. The mean knowledge score increased from 14.33 (± 3.37) to 17.61 (± 2.57) (p < 0.001), and the rate of good knowledge increased from 39 (76.5%) before to 51 (100.0%) after (p < 0.001). There was no significant difference in the mean attitude scores before and after the intervention (3.79 vs 3.86; p = 0.10), respectively. Overall, PHPs' practices related to glycosylated hemoglobin estimation (p = 0.004), foot care (p = 0.02), diet (p < 0.001), exercise (p <0.001), and weight assessment (p < 0.001) significantly improved following the intervention. CONCLUSION The CE program for PHPs was effective in addressing knowledge gap of PHPs and in improving their practices towards quality patient care.
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- Hosam Almetahr
- Preventive Medicine Department, Armed Forces Hospital, Ministry of Defense, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Abuarish General Hospital, Ministry of Health, Jazan, Saudi Arabia
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- General Directorate of Aseer Health Affairs, Ministry of Health, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- General Directorate of Aseer Health Affairs, Ministry of Health, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- General Directorate of Aseer Health Affairs, Ministry of Health, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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- Family and Community Medicine Department, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Biostatistics, High Institute of Public Health, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Family and Community Medicine Department, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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Ugwu E, Young E, Nkpozi M. Diabetes care knowledge and practice among primary care physicians in Southeast Nigeria: a cross-sectional study. BMC FAMILY PRACTICE 2020; 21:128. [PMID: 32611395 PMCID: PMC7330977 DOI: 10.1186/s12875-020-01202-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Background Due to the perennial shortage of diabetes specialists, primary care physicians (PCPs) constitute the largest diabetes care manpower in Nigeria. However, the competence of the PCPs to undertake this task is not known. This study was aimed at evaluating diabetes care knowledge and practice among PCPs in Southeastern part of Nigeria. Methods This was a cross-sectional study among PCPs in Southeastern Nigeria. Diabetes care knowledge and practices were evaluated using a structured self administered questionnaire. Results A total of 64 PCPs with mean duration of practice of 17.3 ± 11.6 years completed the study. 65.6% were in private practice and 50% attended to between 11 and 20 persons living with diabetes (PLWD) weekly. Majority (78.1%) had not participated in any diabetes training since graduation from medical school and 79.9% were not aware of any diabetes clinical practice guideline. The PCPs had adequate knowledge of classical symptoms of diabetes. However, they had very poor knowledge of glycemic thresholds for diagnosis of diabetes which was 26.6, 45.3 and 10.9% for fasting blood glucose (FBG), random blood glucose (RBG) and glycated hemoglobin (A1c) respectively. We observed serious gaps in diabetes care practice such that only 18.8% of the respondents performed foot examination on newly diagnosed PLWD while 28.1 and 39.1% provided counseling on foot care and hypoglycemia respectively. Annual comprehensive foot examination was conducted by only 12.5%, none of the physicians ever screened for microalbuminuria and only 21.9% conducted annual dilated eye examination. Majority (57.8%) rated their confidence in prescribing insulin as “low” and only 23.4% had ever prescribed outpatient insulin for type 2 diabetes in their practice. Glycemic monitoring was largely limited to FBG and only 17.2% monitored A1c. Duration of practice more than 10 years (OR 10.1; P 0.034) and non participation in diabetes training (OR 6.5; P 0.027) were significant predictors of poor diabetes care knowledge. Conclusion Diabetes care knowledge and practice were poor among PCPs in Southeast Nigeria. There is an urgent need to improve their capacity to provide diabetes care through periodic training.
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- Ejiofor Ugwu
- Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu, Nigeria.
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AlQahtani AH, Alzahrani AS, Alzahrani SH, Alqahtani SM, AlOtaibi AF, Khan AA. Levels of Practice and Determinants of Diabetes Self-Care in Primary Health Care in Jeddah City, Saudi Arabia. Cureus 2020; 12:e8816. [PMID: 32742831 PMCID: PMC7384715 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.8816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2020] [Accepted: 06/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/12/2023] Open
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Objective To assess the level and determinants of practice in diabetes self-management at primary health care centers (PHCCs) and to analyze the association of self-management with the level of glycemic control. Method A cross-sectional study was conducted among patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, aged ≥ 17 years, and being followed at PHCCs in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from December 1, 2019, to December 30, 2019. A multistage cluster sampling technique was used to select 350 participants from five PHCCs. The level of practice in self-management was assessed using the Arabic version of the Summary of Diabetes Self-care Activities (SDSCA) questionnaire. The tool was administered as a face-to-face interview, followed by the collection of sociodemographic and relevant clinical data. In addition, blood was collected to measure fasting blood glucose (FBG) and HbA1c levels. The association of the overall SDSCA score with diabetes control was analyzed using linear regression and the receiver operator characteristics (ROC) curve. Multivariate binary logistic regression was carried out to analyze independent factors of inadequate practice. Result The overall mean (SD) SDSCA score was 3.13 (1.13)/7. Of the five dimensions of self-care, medication adherence yielded the highest score (mean=5.39 days per week), followed by diet (2.83) and blood glucose monitoring (2.78), while footcare had the lowest level of practice (2.26). The SDSCA score showed a negative correlation with the level of HbA1c, with a correlation coefficient r-squared =0.530 and regression coefficient B=-0.648 (p <0.001). ROC curve analysis showed that optimal glycemic control was associated with SDSCA score cutoff ≥3.5 with 82.0% sensitivity and 77.0% specificity, and the model showed that 38.0% of participants had adequate practice in self-management. Inadequate practice in diabetes self-management was independently associated with age >50 years (OR=2.00 [95%CI=1.02, 3.89]), rental accommodation (OR=0.42 [95%CI=0.23, 0.76]), independent job (OR=3.98 [95%CI=1.66, 9.57]), and longer duration of diabetes (≥8 years) (OR=4.25 [95%CI=1.82, 9.92]). Conclusion There are low levels of diabetes self-management among patients being followed at Jeddah PHCCs. This is associated with suboptimal glycemic control among the majority of the patients, indicating the importance of self-management to improve diabetes control. Patient health literacy and education for self-management should be considered the standard of care for diabetic patients in all PHCCs, with specific attention to subcategories of patients with the lowest levels of practice in self-management such as those with a longer duration of diabetes and the elderly.
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- Ali H AlQahtani
- Public Health Administration, Ministry of Health, Jeddah, SAU
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- Family Medicine, Ministry of Health, Jeddah East Hospital, Jeddah, SAU
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- Epidemiology and Public Health, Ministry of Health, Saudi Board of Preventive Medicine, Mecca, SAU
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Al Bshabshe A, Ahmad MT, Assiri OAA, Assery AA, Aljadhaa GA, Al Aslai SA, Alamri ZS, Khan MA, Asiri LS. Diabetes-care practices and related awareness amongst type-2 diabetes patients attending diabetes OPD at a tertiary care hospital in southwestern Saudi Arabia. J Family Med Prim Care 2020; 9:2085-2091. [PMID: 32670970 PMCID: PMC7346924 DOI: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_1120_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2019] [Revised: 12/16/2019] [Accepted: 01/07/2020] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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Background: Diabetes is the most prevalent disease in Saudi Arabia having vast health and economic implications. Hence, it is important that all measures must be undertaken to prevent and control the disease. Objectives: This study was performed to assess the diabetes-care practice and related awareness of patients of type 2 diabetes attending the outpatient department of a diabetes care center at a tertiary care hospital in southwestern Saudi Arabia. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional approach was used wherein patients attending the outpatient department of the diabetes treatment center of a tertiary hospital in the southern region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia were surveyed, using a predesigned pretested questionnaire covering the study variables. Results: The study included 287 individuals with type 2 diabetes in the age range 25 years to 90 years (mean age = 55.5 years). Around 57% of the participants were females while the rest were males. Conclusion: The present study showed that awareness about diabetic complications among the study population is good, especially among young educated patients who adhere to regular medical follow-up. Attending physicians were a major source of awareness for the patients.
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- Ali Al Bshabshe
- Department of Medicine/Critical Care, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Assistant Professor, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Alhaiti AH, Senitan M, Dator WLT, Sankarapandian C, Baghdadi NA, JONES LK, Da Costa C, Lenon GB. Adherence of Type 2 Diabetic Patients to Self-Care Activity: Tertiary Care Setting in Saudi Arabia. J Diabetes Res 2020; 2020:4817637. [PMID: 33083495 PMCID: PMC7559229 DOI: 10.1155/2020/4817637] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2019] [Revised: 06/30/2020] [Accepted: 07/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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AIM To analyse the prevalence of self-care practices in T2D patients in KSA. METHODS The study was conducted in King Fahad Medical City (KFMC) in Saudi Arabia, and 385 patients were selected as samples. Data were collected using the Summary of Diabetes Self-Care Activities-Arabic (SDSCA) and consisted of 14 items related to self-care activities of T2D patients related to management and control of disease and four other aspects related to education and advice from healthcare members regarding management of T2D. RESULTS The self-care attributes including adherence to medication commitment activities (M = 6.13, SD = 1.25) were the most practised of all the domains. Glucose monitoring (M = 4.15, SD = 2.42) and foot care (M = 3.28, SD = 1.69) were at an average level, and adherence to the diet plan and exercise was found to be at a poor level (M = 2.57, SD = 1.73 and M = 2.13, SD = 2.00) respectively. About 179 patients (74.3%) were found to be advised to follow a low-fat eating plan, and only 89 patients (36.9%) had received information concerning fruits and vegetables in their diet. More than 90% patients were found to be advised to strictly carry out exercise and blood sugar monitoring. CONCLUSION It was found that adherence to self-care activities including diet, exercise, and foot care was relatively poor while intake of medication was strictly followed. The education provided by healthcare providers related to self-management attributes was found to be significant and had positive effects on the overall health and well-being of T2D patients.
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- Department of Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, Saudi Electronic University, Saudi Arabia
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- College of Nursing, Princess Nourah Bint Abdulrahman University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Science, RMIT University, Bundoora West Campus, Victoria 3083, Australia
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- School of Science, RMIT University, Bundoora West Campus, Victoria 3083, Australia
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Alanazi FK, Alotaibi JS, Paliadelis P, Alqarawi N, Alsharari A, Albagawi B. Knowledge and awareness of diabetes mellitus and its risk factors in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Med J 2019; 39:981-989. [PMID: 30284579 PMCID: PMC6201026 DOI: 10.15537/smj.2018.10.22938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/18/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To summarize available peer-reviewed publications about public knowledge and awareness of diabetes mellitus (DM) among the population of Saudi Arabia. METHODS We followed the standard reporting guidelines outlined in the PRISMA statement for the preparation of this systematic review. In February 2018 we conducted literature searches of PubMed, Scopus, BIOSIS Citation Index, and Web of Science using the following keywords: "Knowledge" OR "Awareness" AND "Diabetes Mellitus" AND "Saudi Arabia." Records were screened, and relevant studies were selected and synthesized narratively. RESULTS Nineteen articles are included in our systematic review. These studies included the following populations: DM patients (n=13), healthcare workers (n=3), medical students (n=1), secondary school students (n=1), and general population (n=1). Most studies found a lack of public awareness of the risk factors and complications of DM. Among medical students and healthcare workers, knowledge about the epidemiology of the disease and angle of insulin injection was deficient. CONCLUSION This review highlights the need for increased knowledge and awareness of DM among the Saudi population. The means of improving knowledge and awareness of DM needs to be integrated into existing healthcare systems and processes to better inform patients, families and communities about this chronic disease.
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- Faisal K Alanazi
- Clinical Auditing Unit, Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz Hospital, Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. E-mail.
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Shahataa MG, Mostafa-Hedeab G, Ali EF, Mahdi EA, Mahmoud FAE. Effects of telmisartan and pioglitazone on high fructose induced metabolic syndrome in rats. Can J Physiol Pharmacol 2016; 94:907-17. [DOI: 10.1139/cjpp-2016-0090] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Metabolic syndrome (MS) is a cluster of hypertension, insulin resistance, dyslipidaemia, and hyperuricemia. This study was designed to assess the effect of telmisartan and pioglitazone on high fructose induced MS. Thirty-five male albino rats were classified into 5 groups: A, normal diet; B, high-fructose diet (HFD) subdivided into B1 (HFD only), B2 (telmisartan, 5 mg/kg), B3 (pioglitazone, 10 mg/kg), and B4 (telmisartan + pioglitazone). Administration of the drugs was started after the rats had been on HFD for 4 weeks and continued for 4 weeks. Body mass (BM), blood pressure (BP), uric acid (UA), total cholesterol, triglycerides (TG), high-density lipoprotein (HDL-c), low-density lipoprotein (LDL-c), blood urea nitrogen (BUN), creatinine, and nitric oxide (NO) were measured and the levels of fasting glucose and fasting insulin were estimated. Compared with group B1, telmisartan treatment significantly decreased BP, BM, serum glucose, insulin, UA, urea, cholesterol, TGA, and LDL and significantly increased HDL, whereas pioglitazone treatment significantly decreased BP, serum glucose, insulin, UA, urea, creatinine, cholesterol, TGA, and LDL and significantly increased HDL. Co-administration of pioglitazone + telmisartan significantly decreased insulin, urea, and creatinine compared with telmisartan alone. Combined telmisartan + pioglitazone allowed better control of BP, hyperglycaemia, insulin resistance, and the amelioration of BM increase that may be associated with pioglitazone treatment.
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- Pharmacology Department, Beni Suef University, Beni Suef, Egypt
- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Al Jouf University, Al Jouf, Saudia Arabia
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- Pharmacology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Pathology Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Beni Suef University, Egypt
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Fogelman Y, Goldfracht M, Karkabi K. Managing Diabetes Mellitus: A Survey of Attitudes and Practices Among Family Physicians. J Community Health 2016; 40:1002-7. [PMID: 25877332 PMCID: PMC4556738 DOI: 10.1007/s10900-015-0024-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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Due to the increasing prevalence of diabetes and the shortage of endocrinologists, family physicians have an important role in diabetes management. The purpose of this study was to examine the sources of knowledge, attitudes and practices of family physicians regarding the management of type 2 diabetes. Attendees at continuous medical education (CME) programs in Israel were requested to respond anonymously to written questions about their sources of knowledge about diabetes, the methods of diabetes management they advise their patients, their knowledge of diabetes medication treatments, and their attitudes toward people with type 2 diabetes. Questionnaires were completed by 362 family physicians (79% response rate). Of them, 329 (91%) reported that they usually manage their patients' diabetes care, including that of patients with concomitant risk factors. Their most common recommendations for diabetes control were: to increase physical activity, decrease total calorie intake, consult with a dietitian and undergo weight loss counseling. Almost all physicians (97%) reported providing lifestyle change counseling. Sixty percent reported lacking knowledge about nutritional issues. Only 58% answered correctly regarding the effect of the anti-diabetic drug, GLP1 analog. Board certified family physicians and their residents exhibited more knowledge about diabetes practice than did non-board certified family physicians. The great majority of family physicians surveyed usually manage their patients' diabetes themselves, and do not refer them to diabetes specialists. The implementation of strategies that will enhance the competencies and confidence of family physicians in diabetes management are important for achieving successful treatment.
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- Yacov Fogelman
- Department of Family Practice, Leumit HMO and Rappaport Faculty of Medicine, Technion - Israel Institute of Technology, P.O. Box 121, 23800, Givat Elah, Israel,
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Al Zarea BK. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Diabetic Retinopathy amongst the Diabetic Patients of AlJouf and Hail Province of Saudi Arabia. J Clin Diagn Res 2016; 10:NC05-8. [PMID: 27437254 DOI: 10.7860/jcdr/2016/19568.7862] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2016] [Accepted: 04/21/2016] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a metabolic disorder which is characterized by elevated blood sugar levels. It is a non-communicable disease and currently, a major disease of concern in terms of public health. AIM To assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of diabetic retinopathy amongst the diabetic patients of Saudi Arabia. MATERIAL AND METHODS Patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus visiting to Ministry of Health hospitals were incorporated in this study. Self administered questionnaires were used to assess knowledge, attitude and practice of diabetic retinopathy amongst the diabetic patients. The data collected was entered in a pre-designed proforma and analysed using SPSS version 20.0. RESULTS This study incorporated 439 diabetic individuals out of which 251 (57.17%) were male patients and 188 (42.82%) were females. Majority of the diabetic patients (75.62%) were aware that diabetes can cause eye disorders, 73.80% of patients replied that diabetic individuals should go for regular eye check-ups and 65.10% of patients were aware that they should visit an ophthalmologist in the event of eye problem. Out of 439 diabetic 302 patients (68.79%) were aware that timely treatment can prevent or delay damage of eyes in diabetic patients and about 95% of all the participants went for regular ocular examinations. CONCLUSION Majority of the diabetes patients were aware that diabetes can cause eye disease and it is necessary for the diabetic individuals to consult the ophthalmologist for the prevention of the same.
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- Bandar Krayem Al Zarea
- Consultant Ophthalmologist, Paediatric Ophthalmologist, Uveitis and Oculoplastic Consultant King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital , Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
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Saleh S, Alameddine M, Mourad Y, Natafgi N. Quality of care in primary health care settings in the Eastern Mediterranean region: a systematic review of the literature. Int J Qual Health Care 2015; 27:79-88. [PMID: 25574040 DOI: 10.1093/intqhc/mzu103] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/26/2014] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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PURPOSE This systematic review aims at offering a comprehensive synthesis of studies addressing quality of care in the primary healthcare (PHC) sector of the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR). DATA SOURCES A systematic search was conducted using Medline, Embase and Global Health Library (IMEMR) electronic databases to identify studies related to quality in PHC between years 2000 and 2012. STUDY SELECTION/DATA EXTRACTION One hundred and fifty-nine (159) studies fulfilled the eligibility criteria. Each paper was independently reviewed by two reviewers, and the following information was extracted/calculated: dimension of care investigated (structure, processes and outcomes), focus, disease groups, study design, sample size, unit of analysis, response rate, country, setting (public or private) and level of rigor (LOR) score. RESULTS OF DATA SYNTHESIS Most of the studies were descriptive/cross-sectional in nature with a relatively modest LOR score. Assessment of quality of care revealed that the process dimension of quality, specifically clinical practice and patient-provider relationship, is an area of major concern. However, interventions targeting enhanced quality in PHC in the EMR countries had favorable and effective outcomes in terms of clinical practice. CONCLUSION These findings highlight gaps in evidence on quality in PHC in the EMR; such evidence is key for decision-making. Researchers and policy-makers should address these gaps to generate contextualized information and knowledge that ensures relevance and targeted high-impact interventions.
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- Shadi Saleh
- Department of Health Management and Policy, Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Health Management and Policy, Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Health Management and Policy, Faculty of Health Sciences, American University of Beirut, Beirut, Lebanon
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- Department of Health Management and Policy, College of Public Health, University of Iowa, Iowa, USA
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Zabetian A, Kelli HM, Echouffo-Tcheugui JB, Narayan KMV, Ali MK. Diabetes in the Middle East and North Africa. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2013; 101:106-22. [PMID: 23642969 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2013.03.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2013] [Accepted: 03/04/2013] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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AIMS Even though the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region had the highest comparative prevalence of diabetes in 2012, little is known about the nuances of diabetes risk and capacity to address the burdens. To provide a comprehensive overview, we reviewed the literature on diabetes in the MENA region. METHODS We conducted a systematic search in PubMed between January 1990 and January 2012 for studies on diabetes in the MENA region without language restriction. RESULTS There was a paucity of country-specific epidemiology data in the region. Diabetes prevalence varied widely across studies, from 2.5% in 1982 to 31.6% in 2011. Older age and higher body mass index were the most strongly associated risk factors for diabetes. Among people with diabetes, over half did not meet recommended care targets. In addition, macrovascular and microvascular complications were observed in 9-12% and 15-54% of diabetes population, respectively. CONCLUSIONS This review suggests a need for more representative surveillance data in this noteworthy focal point of the global diabetes epidemic. Such actions will not only help to understand the actual burden of diabetes but also motivate actions on design and implementation of diabetes prevention and control programs.
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- Azadeh Zabetian
- Hubert Department of Global Health, Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA, United States.
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Ahmed A, Jabbar A, Zuberi L, Islam M, Shamim K. Diabetes related knowledge among residents and nurses: a multicenter study in Karachi, Pakistan. BMC Endocr Disord 2012; 12:18. [PMID: 22967029 PMCID: PMC3515418 DOI: 10.1186/1472-6823-12-18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/23/2010] [Accepted: 08/27/2012] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Assessment of knowledge among resident trainees and nurses is very important since majority of patients admitted in hospital have underlying diabetes which could lead to adverse clinical outcomes if not managed efficiently. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to evaluate and compare the knowledge related to the management of diabetes among registered nurses (RN) and trainee residents of internal medicine (IMR), family medicine (FMR) and surgery (SR) at tertiary care hospitals of Karachi, Pakistan. METHODS A validated questionnaire consisting of 21 open ended questions related to diabetes awareness was acquired through a study done at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Philadelphia with the permission of primary author. RESULTS 169 IMR, 27 FMR, 86 SR and 99 RN completed a questionnaire that assessed the knowledge related to different aspects of management of diabetes. The results were further stratified by participant's specialty and level of training. The percentage of knowledge based questions answered correctly was found to be low. The overall mean correct percentage among all the participants was 50% +/- 21. There was no statistical difference in terms of knowledge between IMR & FMR residents (64% +/- 14 vs. 60% +/- 16, p = 0.47) respectively. The total scores of SR and RN were quite low (40% +/- 16 & 31% +/- 15 respectively).SR and RN were found to have profound deficit in both inpatient and outpatient knowledge of diabetes. We did not observe any improvement in level of knowledge of FMR & SR with increase in duration of their training (p = 0.47 & 0.80 respectively). In contrast, improvement in the level of knowledge of IMR was observed from first to second year of their training (p = 0.03) with no further improvement thereafter. RN's didn't respond correctly on most of the items related to in-patient management of diabetes (Mean score 40% +/- 20). CONCLUSION As there are no prior studies in our setting evaluating knowledge related to diabetes management among residents and nurses, this study is of paramount importance. Based on these results, considerable knowledge gaps were found among trainee residents and nurses pointing towards need of providing additional education to improve the delivery of diabetes care.
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- Asma Ahmed
- Department of Medicine, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Medicine, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Crozer-Chester Medical Center, 1 Medical Center Blvd Ste 101, Chester, Pennsylvania, 19013, USA
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- Department of Community Health Sciences, Aga Khan University, Karachi, Pakistan
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, The Aga Khan University Hospital, Karachi, Pakistan
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Khan AR, Al-Abdul Lateef ZN, Al Aithan MA, Bu-Khamseen MA, Al Ibrahim I, Khan SA. Factors contributing to non-compliance among diabetics attending primary health centers in the Al Hasa district of Saudi Arabia. J Family Community Med 2012; 19:26-32. [PMID: 22518355 PMCID: PMC3326767 DOI: 10.4103/2230-8229.94008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 84] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of the study was to measure the rate of non-compliance and the factors contributing to non-compliance among the diabetic patients in the Al Hasa region of Saudi Arabia. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted in the Al Hasa region during the period of June 2010 to June 2011. Random sampling was carried out for the selection of 535 diabetic patients from three chronic disease centers in different parts of Al Hasa. The data were collected by means of interviewing questionnaires and file records. Any patient who had been prescribed optimum treatment and was properly advised on diet and exercise for his / her diabetes, but did not follow the medical advice, with Hb1AC of more than 7% at the time of interview, was considered as non-compliant. Results: The overall prevalence of therapeutic non-compliance of the participants was 67.9% (n = 318, 95% CI 63.59 – 72.02%). The non-compliance of males (69.34%) was higher than females (65.45%, P = .003). The non-compliance among the urban participants was significantly higher than (71.04 vs. 60.15%, P = .023) in the rural participants. There was a statistically significant difference in the prevalence rate of non-compliance among the participants with different levels of education. Factors found to be significantly associated with non-compliance on bi-variate analysis were: female gender (OR = 1.90, CI =1.32-4.57),level of education (Illiteracy) (OR = 5.27, CI = 4.63 – 7.19), urban population (OR =5.22, CI= 3.65 – 8.22), irregularity of the follow-up (OR = 8.41, CI = 4.90 – 11.92), non-adherence to drug prescription (OR = 4.55 , CI = 3.54 – 5.56), non-adherence to exercise regimen (OR = 5.55, CI = 4.2 6 – 6.), insulin (OR = 1.29, CI = .71 – 1.87), and insulin with oral Metformin (OR = 1.20, CI = .65 – 1.75). Conclusion: The findings indicate that there is a high rate of non-compliance among the diabetes patients in the Al Hasa region of Saudi Arabia and there is a definite need for improvement in the healthcare system, health education, and training of diabetic patients.
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Affiliation(s)
- Ataur R Khan
- Department of Community Ophthalmology, Al Omran Primary Health Care Center, Al Hasa, Saudi Arabia.
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