Understanding Stroke Risk Factors Among Omani Patients
Author Information
Author(s): Al Shafaee Mohammed A, Ganguly Shyam S, Al Asmi Abdullah R
Primary Institution: Sultan Qaboos University
Hypothesis
Patients with increased risk for stroke in Oman have poor knowledge of stroke symptoms and risk factors.
Conclusion
The study found that Omani patients at risk for stroke had poor knowledge about stroke risk factors and symptoms.
Supporting Evidence
- Only 35% of subjects knew that the brain is affected by a stroke.
- 68% identified at least one stroke symptom.
- 43% identified at least one stroke risk factor.
- 62% did not believe they were at increased risk for stroke.
Takeaway
Many people in Oman who are at risk for stroke don't know much about it, which means they might not get help in time.
Methodology
A survey was conducted using a standardized questionnaire among 400 Omani patients with established risk factors for stroke.
Potential Biases
Potential interviewer bias due to low education levels of some subjects.
Limitations
Interviewer bias may have influenced participants' responses, and some participants received abbreviated interviews.
Participant Demographics
The mean age of participants was 57 years, with 52.5% men and 47.5% women.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0001
Confidence Interval
95% CI, 1.89 to 4.92
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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