Taha Medhat, Aldirhami Ibrahim Ahmed, Habili Muhannad Hussain, Alkinani Ismail Abdulmjeed, Bamusa Hashim Hassan, Alhasani Faisal Ali, Arishi Mohammed Khalid, Alturki Omar Abdullah, Habili Madani Hussain, Al Alawi Randa M, Hibili Nouf Hussain Madani
Department of Anatomy, Umm Al-Qura University, Al Qunfudhah, SAU.
College of Medicine and Surgery, Umm Al-Qura University, Al Qunfudhah, SAU.
Cureus. 2024 Aug 8;16(8):e66438. doi: 10.7759/cureus.66438. eCollection 2024 Aug.
Background Assessing DVT prevention awareness in the Al Qunfudhah region involves measuring public knowledge about risk factors, prevention, and early treatment through surveys. DVT, characterized by blood clots in the deep veins, poses serious risks, including pulmonary embolism. Raising awareness is crucial for high-risk groups, such as those with prolonged immobility or certain medical conditions, underscoring the need for targeted education and prevention strategies. Objectives The objective of the study is to determine the level of awareness regarding deep vein thrombosis (DVT) prevention measures among the general population of Al Qunfudhah governorate. Methods This cross-sectional study was conducted in Al Qunfudhah, Saudi Arabia, from January 2024 to April 2024. Data were collected using an online questionnaire targeting individuals aged 18-65 in the region. Analysis was performed using RStudio software version 4.3.1. Results Most participants (69.0%) lacked familiarity with DVT. Their knowledge of risk factors, symptoms, prevention strategies, and complications was limited, with a median knowledge score of 8 out of 21 (IQR: 5-11). Familiarity with DVT was an independent predictor of higher knowledge (β = 4.29, 95% CI 3.58-5.00, p < 0.001). Conclusions Awareness and knowledge regarding DVT prevention among residents of Al Qunfudhah were found to be inadequate. Targeted educational interventions are needed to improve understanding of DVT and its prevention, especially among those unfamiliar with the condition.
在宰赫兰地区评估深静脉血栓形成（DVT）预防意识，涉及通过调查衡量公众对风险因素、预防措施和早期治疗的了解。DVT以深静脉血栓形成为特征，会带来严重风险，包括肺栓塞。提高意识对于高风险群体至关重要，例如长期不动或患有某些疾病的人群，这突出了针对性教育和预防策略的必要性。
本研究的目的是确定宰赫兰省普通人群对深静脉血栓形成（DVT）预防措施的知晓程度。
这项横断面研究于2024年1月至2024年4月在沙特阿拉伯的宰赫兰进行。使用在线问卷收集该地区18至65岁个体的数据。使用RStudio软件版本4.3.1进行分析。
大多数参与者（69.0%）对DVT缺乏了解。他们对风险因素、症状、预防策略和并发症的了解有限，在21分的知识测试中，中位数得分为8分（四分位间距：5 - 11）。对DVT的了解是更高知识水平的独立预测因素（β = 4.29，95%置信区间3.58 - 5.00，p < 0.001）。
发现宰赫兰居民对DVT预防的意识和知识不足。需要有针对性的教育干预措施，以提高对DVT及其预防的理解，特别是在那些不熟悉该疾病的人群中。
