Determinants of participation in glaucoma genomic research in South East Nigeria: A cross-sectional analytical study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Genomic research advances the understanding of human health and disease. It also drives both the discovery of salient genetic association(s) as well as targeted screening, diagnostic and therapeutic strategies. Human subject participation is crucial for the success of genomic research.

Methods

This is a cross sectional analytical study conducted at two tertiary centers in Enugu Southeast Nigeria. Semi structured questionnaires were administered to eligible consenting participants. Data on their demographics, willingness to participate in genomic research and motivation for participation were obtained. Data was analyzed using Stata version 17 and summarized using median, frequencies and interquartile range(IQR). Associations between covariates were evaluated with C

SUBMITTER: Uche NJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10655997 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature