TY  - JOUR
T1  - Exploring Diabetic Patients’ Knowledge of Complications in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review
A1  - Amer Ahmed Balla Ahmed
A1  - Mathayil Nazal Alruwaili
A1  - Jalal Farhan Alanazi
A1  - Dalal Farhan Alanazi
A1  - Ahlam Sultan Alanazi
JF  - Annals of Pharmacy Education, Safety, and Public Health Advocacy
JO  - Ann Pharm Educ Saf Public Health Advocacy
SN  - 3108-4850
Y1  - 2023
VL  - 3
IS  - 1
DO  - 10.51847/xJwwd2etBy
SP  - 23
EP  - 29
N2  - Diabetes is a very common condition in Saudi Arabia, which carries significant health and economic burdens. If left uncontrolled, diabetes can lead to severe complications that may threaten a patient’s life. Therefore, efforts to prevent and manage the disease are crucial. Awareness and knowledge about diabetes and its complications play a key role in reducing its consequences. This study aims to assess the level of awareness regarding diabetes-related complications among diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia. We searched databases including PubMed, Web of Science, ScienceDirect, EBSCO, and the Cochrane Library. Using Rayyan QCRI, studies were screened based on title and abstract before a full-text review. The eight studies included in this review involved both male and female participants of various ages, with over half of the respondents being men. These studies focused on diabetic patients in Saudi Arabia and assessed their awareness of the complications associated with diabetes. Overall, the level of awareness among Saudi diabetic patients was relatively high, especially among those with higher education. To further increase awareness, healthcare providers in hospital settings can intensify efforts to educate patients and their families about the importance of proper diabetes management and prevention of its complications.
UR  - https://smerpub.com/article/exploring-diabetic-patients-knowledge-of-complications-in-saudi-arabia-a-systematic-review-hru8oajfaiun75b
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