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Awareness about total knee replacement among Saudi population
Abdulaziz Almaawi1, Wael Aloud2, Fahad Alshayhan1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery and College of Medicine, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care
|May 6, 2022
Summary
Public awareness of knee osteoarthritis (KO) and its surgical treatments is generally satisfactory, though specific areas need improvement. This study assessed general population knowledge regarding KO management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Public Health
Background:
- Knee osteoarthritis (KO) is a widespread condition.
- Limited public knowledge about KO can lead to delayed medical intervention, worsening outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the general population's understanding of knee osteoarthritis (KO) and its surgical treatment options.
- Identify knowledge gaps to inform public health initiatives for better KO management.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 486 adults in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Data collected via a structured questionnaire covering demographics, causes, symptoms, treatment, and complications of KO.
- Statistical analysis included t-tests, ANOVA, and logistic regression (P<0.05 significant).
Main Results:
- The average knowledge score was 20.85 out of 35.
- Female participants scored significantly higher than males (P=0.036).
- Non-Saudi participants scored significantly higher than Saudis (P=0.016).
- No significant differences in scores based on residency (urban/rural) or education level.
Conclusions:
- The community demonstrates satisfactory awareness regarding knee osteoarthritis (KO) treatment options.
- Specific domains require targeted efforts to enhance public understanding of KO.
