Correction

Abstract

ObjectiveCoronary artery disease (CAD) constitutes a significant health hazard in middle-aged individuals in Saudi Arabia. We sought to assess the level of knowledge of cardiovascular risk factors and describe the perception of coronary intervention among the general population in the city of Jeddah in the western part of Saudi Arabia. MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted in the city of Jeddah during the period from April 2019 to September 1, 2019, by using a structured online questionnaire to assess the participants' awareness of risk factors for CAD and coronary intervention. The survey included questions about socio-demographic data, risk factors of cardiovascular diseases, symptoms of heart attack, knowledge of coronary catheterizations, as well as resources of knowledge about coronary heart disease.

A Community-Based, Cross-Sectional Study Assessing the Level of Awareness and Insight Related to Cardiovascular Diseases

“…The knowledge deficit that diabetes and chronic kidney disease were not considered as serious factors in causing CVD might explain the high prevalence and lack of control of these two risks. Similar findings were reported with a negative dietary intake being the highest risk factor, and only 12%, 26%, and 39% of the sample indicated that diabetes mellitus, smoking, and lack of physical activity were risk factors for CVD, respectively [2]. Although most participants were familiar with the most known CVD risk factors, the majority could not correctly identify all the risk factors.…”

“…In the current study, the majority (87.6%) indicated chest pain or discomfort as the most prominent symptom, higher than reported in studies from Kuwait and Saudi Arabia [2,16]. Being knowledgeable about CVD signs and symptoms is important, supporting early intervention and a better outcome.…”

“…Four of five deaths are due to myocardial infarction and stroke, and one-third of these deaths occur prematurely in people under the age of 70 years [1]. The mean age for developing coronary artery disease (CAD) in the Middle East is 10 years younger than the mean age in Western countries [2]. A substantial increase in the prevalence of CVDs' risk factors in the Middle East has been reported [3], and the prevalence of CAD-related risk factors in Saudi patients with established CAD is concerning [4][5].…”