Public awareness about arthritic diseases in Saudi Arabia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Ghaddaf, Abdullah A.; Alomari, Mohammed S.; Alharbi, Fahad; Alquhaibi, Mohammed S; Alsharef, Jawaher F.; Alsharef, Noor K; Abdulhamid, Ahmed; Shaikh, Dania; Alshehri, Mohammed

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“…The association between educational levels and knowledge about intra-articular injections corroborates findings from previous studies [14,15,18]. Our study demonstrates that respondents with a university-level education were more likely to be aware of these injections.…”

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confidence: 91%

“…Patients who reported higher satisfaction with their healthcare providers' communication were more likely to have accurate knowledge about medical treatments. Our study's findings align with this, suggesting that doctors can be effective agents in educating patients and dispelling misconceptions [15,17,18].…”

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confidence: 87%

“…However, misconceptions about their efficacy and safety are not unique to Saudi Arabia. Studies from various countries have reported similar misconceptions and knowledge gaps among patients [ 14 , 17 , 18 ].…”

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confidence: 95%

“…Such misconceptions, as in our study, had the potential to influence their decision-making regarding these injections. While the specific misconceptions may vary between countries, the underlying issue of inadequate patient education and the need for improved communication between healthcare providers and patients are universal concerns [ 18 ].…”

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Society's Misconceptions About Intra-articular Injections: A Cross-Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia

Alshahrani,

Alzahrani,

Albaker

et al. 2023

Cureus

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Objective This cross-sectional study aimed to identify and analyze misconceptions prevalent in Saudi Arabian society regarding intra-articular injections and their sources. It also sought to explore factors influencing patients' decision-making in the context of osteoarthritis (OA) treatment. Methods A sample of 405 adult participants from various educational backgrounds residing in Saudi Arabia completed a self-administered questionnaire. The survey focused on participants' knowledge about intra-articular injections, their sources of information, and their beliefs and perceptions related to these injections. Results The study unveiled a significant lack of awareness among the participants, with almost half (48.4%) reporting no knowledge of intra-articular injections. Of all, 16.1% held misconceptions about these injections, including believing that they are painful or they liquify the bone. Participants expressed varied thoughts on the effects of intra-articular injections, with 69.6% associating them with short-term pain relief. While 60.2% disagreed that intra-articular injections could provide long-term pain relief, 65.2% believed that these injections could delay the need for surgery. The source of knowledge varied, with 34.4% relying on orthopedics and 32.5% on friends and relatives. In those who had received intra-articular injections (n = 62), 83.9% cited the desire to delay or avoid surgery as a reason. While 56.5% were very satisfied with their doctor's guidance, 46.8% expressed concerns about relying on injections in the future. Furthermore, educational levels were correlated with knowledge, highlighting the need for more accessible and tailored patient education materials. However, even among those with a university education, misconceptions persisted. Effective patient-doctor communication was associated with secondary or university education (χ² = 11.05, p = 0.011). Conclusion The prevalence of misconceptions regarding intra-articular injections in Saudi Arabia underscores the need for comprehensive patient education and improved communication between healthcare providers and patients. Addressing these misconceptions is essential for empowering patients to make informed decisions about their healthcare and enhancing the overall quality of care they receive. This study's findings have implications not only for Saudi Arabia but also for healthcare systems globally, emphasizing the significance of patient-centered care and informed decision-making.

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confidence: 87%

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confidence: 95%

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confidence: 99%

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Society's Misconceptions About Intra-articular Injections: A Cross-Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia

Alshahrani,

Alzahrani,

Albaker

et al. 2023

Cureus

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The Role of Depression and Anxiety in the Relationship Between Arthritis and Cognitive Impairment in Chinese Older Adults

He,

Ding,

Tan

et al. 2024

The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry

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The Prevalence and Association of Depression, Anxiety and Sleep Disorders amongst Adult Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients in Saudi Arabia and its Effect on Health-related Quality of Life: A Multi-centric Cross-sectional Study

Alanazi,

Alharbi,

Alghashmari

et al. 2024

Journal of Advanced Trends in Medical Research

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Introduction: Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints. In addition to physical symptoms, RA is associated with considerable psychological burden including depression, anxiety and sleep disturbances. Previous research from Western countries has documented the high rates of co-morbid mental health conditions amongst RA patients. However, data from the Middle-eastern region remain limited. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of depression, anxiety and sleep disorders and their association with RA among Saudi adults. It also assessed the impact of mental health symptoms on patients’ health-related quality of life (HRQoL). Methods: A cross-sectional design was utilised. A sample of 1584 adult RA patients from the rheumatology clinics in Saudi Arabia was recruited. Participants completed validated self-report questionnaires assessing depression (Patient Health Questionnaire-9), anxiety (Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7), sleep quality (Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index) and HRQoL (EQ-5D-5L). Sociodemographic and clinical information was also collected. The Chi-square tests analysed the associations between RA and mental health variables. Results: The sample consisted of 84.8% females, with a mean age of 34 years. Regarding clinical characteristics, 42.4% were diagnosed with RA 1–5 years ago and the mean symptom severity was 5.2. Regarding mental health, 42.4% and 72.7% reported depression symptoms including depressed mood and loss of interest, respectively. Anxiety symptoms such as excessive worry and restlessness were present in 36.4% and 60.6%, respectively. Over 63.6% experienced sleep difficulties. Significant associations were observed between RA and both depression (P < 0.001) and anxiety (P < 0.001). Mental health symptoms moderately to significantly interfere with daily functioning for 57.5%. Discussion: In this multi-centric cross-sectional study, researchers found in the literature review of previous studies high rates of mental health conditions; however, our research investigated the prevalence of mental health conditions and the association with RA disease. Our findings indicate significant association between RA and mental disorders, such as depression and anxiety. Finally, researchers of the study suggest to enhance the awareness level through RA patients to decrease the chance of developing mental health disorders and increase the HRQoL among RA patients. Conclusion: The study findings indicate a high prevalence of depression, anxiety and sleep disorders amongst adult Saudi RA patients. Strong associations were established between having RA and co-morbid depression as well as anxiety. A considerable proportion reported impaired HRQoL due to mental health symptoms. Integrating psychological screening and management into routine rheumatology care may help address the holistic needs of this patient group. Larger prospective studies are needed to provide further insight into the relationships between RA and co-morbid conditions.

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Public awareness about arthritic diseases in Saudi Arabia: a systematic review and meta-analysis

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Society's Misconceptions About Intra-articular Injections: A Cross-Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia

Society's Misconceptions About Intra-articular Injections: A Cross-Sectional Study From Saudi Arabia

The Role of Depression and Anxiety in the Relationship Between Arthritis and Cognitive Impairment in Chinese Older Adults

The Prevalence and Association of Depression, Anxiety and Sleep Disorders amongst Adult Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients in Saudi Arabia and its Effect on Health-related Quality of Life: A Multi-centric Cross-sectional Study

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