Community Awareness and Perceptions of Genitourinary Malformations
Author Information
Author(s): Al Abdulqader Ahmad A., Alarfaj Haytham Mohammed, Bu Bshait Mohammed Saad, Kamal Ahmed Hassan, Albarqi Mohammed Nasser, Alkhawajah Amnah Ali, Alshahri Alreem I., Almubarak Abdullah Abduljalil, Almuhaini Mariyyah Abdullah, Al Khashram Nawaf, Almaqhawi Abdullah, Zakaria Ossama Mohamed
Primary Institution: King Faisal University
Hypothesis
This study aims to assess community knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes regarding genitourinary malformations (GUMs) to identify gaps in awareness and potential areas for targeted educational interventions.
Conclusion
The results emphasize the necessity of developing healthcare strategies specifically designed to increase knowledge about GUMs and overcome incorrect community perceptions of risk factors.
Supporting Evidence
- 57% of respondents believed that hormonal therapy during pregnancy could increase GUM risk.
- 46% thought that maternal chronic diseases could be another risk factor.
- 74% strongly agreed that proper and ongoing prenatal follow-ups are necessary.
Takeaway
This study found that many people don't know enough about genitourinary malformations, which are problems with the urinary system that babies can be born with, and that we need to teach them more about it.
Methodology
This was a cross-sectional, qualitative, anonymous, questionnaire-based study involving local adults aged 18 and over.
Potential Biases
Selection bias may arise due to the demographic differences between the study sample and the general population.
Limitations
The cross-sectional design limits the ability to establish causality, and the interpretation of some questions may vary among participants.
Participant Demographics
The majority of participants were women (78.4%), aged below 25 (73.8%), single (75.9%), and educated (75.4% graduated from university).
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI: 1.27–2.73
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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