Assessment of patient's opinion towards tobacco cessation program in various de-addiction centers of Hyderabad, India: a cross sectional survey

Abstract

Aim: To assess the opinion of patients towards the tobacco cessation program that were enrolled / attending various tobacco de-addiction centers in Hyderabad. Material and Methods:Data were collected from a sample of 128 tobacco users through a well-designed questionnaire which includes information on demographic data, duration and frequency of tobacco use, type of tobacco use etc.Results: Sixty-eight percent of the participants recommended this program to those who wants to quit tobacco use. Fifty-four percent of the participants were satisfied with the tobacco cessation program. Conclusions:Majority of the patients were satisfied with the counseling given to them in the de-addiction center. Periodic counseling is needed for the tobacco users to cease the habit.