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Prevalence of Respiratory Symptoms in Individuals With Down's Syndrome in Saudi Arabia: A Cross-Sectional Study
Sohil Alqazlan1, Faraj K Alenezi2, Khalid S Alwadeai3
1Special Education Department, College of Education, Imam Mohammad Ibn Saud Islamic University (IMSIU), Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Background:
Asthma and respiratory diseases pose significant global health risks. Respiratory infections substantially impact individuals with Down syndrome, affecting their overall well-being. This study examines respiratory health risks associated with Down syndrome in Saudi Arabia.
Method:
A survey of 115 participants used convenience sampling to assess chronic respiratory disease incidence. Caregivers provided insights for cross-sectional analysis, with chi-square tests for categorical variables and Kendall's Tau for binary relationships. Hypothesis testing was done at a 5% significance level.
Results:
There was a significant increase in respiratory infections among people with Down syndrome in Saudi Arabia. Most participants (53%) reported chest pain, followed by wheezing in 47.8%. There was a need for interventions to be targeted by region, resulting in improved health outcomes.
Conclusions:
Individuals who have Down syndrome in Saudi Arabia necessitate a gateway to healthcare, public health education and customised therapies.
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