Physicians' perceptions and beliefs on the current dyslipidemia management practices within Saudi Arabia.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Limited reports addressing physicians' understanding of the various low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) targets/statin intensity required for treating the various dyslipidemia patient populations in Saudi Arabia are available. Therefore, the current study assessed the perceptions and beliefs of practicing clinicians in Saudi Arabia regarding the current practice for management of dyslipidemia and potential perceived barriers to adherence to lipid guidelines encountered in their regular clinical practice. Knowledge of different clinical practices and beliefs could have a positive impact on improving the quality of future care provided by physicians.

Methods

A survey questionnaire was designed to assess physicians' familiarity, usage, and adherence to seven

SUBMITTER: Almigbal TH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10495637 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature